Have you ever noticed that some of the most valuable things in life don’t have a price tag? Think about it—your best memories are probably tied to the people you love, not the things you own. Sure, we all enjoy new gadgets or a cool car, but at the end of the day, the real treasure is found in the relationships we build.
This devotional is a deeper dive into Simon Obert’s message, Treasure Hunters, from this past weekend. One of the key takeaways from Simon’s message is that our relationships with others are some of the most important treasures we can store up. And not just any relationships, but those that reflect God’s love and wisdom.
“A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart.” – Luke 6:45 (NIV)
Simon shared that the quality of our relationships shows what’s stored in our hearts. If we’re filled with love, kindness, and patience, that’s what spills out into our relationships. But if our hearts are cluttered with selfishness, anger, or pride, it can block us from building meaningful connections.
Take a moment and think about your closest relationships—your family, friends, coworkers. What kind of treasure are you pouring into them? Are you investing time, love, and care, or are you holding back, letting distractions get in the way?
Simon pointed out that relationships, like treasure, need to be nurtured. If you want strong connections, you need to invest in them—whether it’s spending quality time, offering a listening ear, or showing kindness in small, consistent ways.
And let’s not forget our relationship with God. He’s the ultimate example of love and commitment. If we’re not investing in our relationship with Him, how can we expect to build strong, meaningful connections with others?
Here’s something to think about: What’s one relationship in your life that could use a little more investment? What’s a small step you can take this week to show love or kindness to someone?
Prayer: Lord, thank You for the gift of relationships. Help me to treasure the people You’ve placed in my life and to invest in them with love, kindness, and patience. Show me how to build strong connections that reflect Your heart, and help me to keep You at the center of my relationships. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
The greatest treasure we can store up is found in the relationships we build with God and others.
Call to Action: Consider sharing this devotional with someone who might need encouragement today. Check out the podcast replay of this message on your favorite podcast platform. Search for “CITCBA Insights” today. You can listen at churchinthecity.org/podcasts. And if you’re in the area, join us at Church in the City for one of our services. Our Saturday service at 10 a.m. has a Messianic theme, and our Sunday contemporary service starts at 10:45 a.m. Church in the City began as an outreach in the early 80s and became a church in 1991, dedicated to reflecting Christ in our community and the world.