Do you remember playing hide and seek as a kid? Or maybe you were into treasure maps, imagining X marking the spot where some incredible loot was buried? It was thrilling to think there might be something hidden just waiting to be found. As adults, we’re still seeking treasures—maybe not with maps and shovels, but with goals, dreams, and ambitions.
This devotional is a deeper dive into Simon Obert’s message from this past weekend, Treasure Hunters, where we learned that God has laid out a treasure map for us. But here’s the twist: the “X” that marks the spot isn’t about material wealth or worldly success—it’s about something much deeper.
“It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, but the glory of kings to search it out.” – Proverbs 25:2 (NKJV)
Simon reminded us that God delights in giving us treasures to seek, not because He’s hiding them from us, but because the journey changes us. Just like a treasure map leads us on an adventure, God invites us on a journey to discover wisdom, love, and purpose in Him. But this search isn’t just about what we find—it’s also about what’s going on in our hearts along the way.
Think about it: when you’re on a treasure hunt, you can get so focused on the destination that you forget to enjoy the journey. In the same way, we can get so caught up in achieving goals or gathering stuff that we miss what God is teaching us along the way. So, let’s pause and do a little heart check.
What are you seeking? Is it wealth, status, or recognition? Or are you on the hunt for the things that God values—like love, patience, and kindness? The good news is, the real treasure isn’t buried deep where we can’t find it. God gives us clues all the time, leading us closer to Him.
Simon shared that God doesn’t make this hunt impossible. He’s not burying treasure eight feet under the ground. Instead, God is like a loving parent in an Easter egg hunt, placing treasures just within reach if we’re paying attention. He wants us to find these treasures because they draw us closer to Him.
If you had a treasure map for your life right now, where would it lead? And what treasures are you hoping to find?
Prayer: Lord, thank You for the journey You’ve set before me. Help me to seek the treasures that matter to You—things like wisdom, love, and kindness. Open my eyes to see the clues You’ve placed in my life, and guide me to the treasures that draw me closer to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
The adventure isn’t just about what we find, but who we become along the way. Let God lead your journey.
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.