"The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field."

— Matthew 13:44 (NIV)

Jesus shared this brief but powerful parable as part of a series of kingdom parables. It would have resonated with His audience who understood the practice of hiding valuables in fields during times of war or uncertainty.

Kingdom Value

Total Commitment

Wise Investment

Parable of the Hidden Treasure

"Or suppose a woman has ten silver coins and loses one. Doesn't she light a lamp, sweep the house and search carefully until she finds it?

And when she finds it, she calls her friends and neighbors together and says, 'Rejoice with me; I have found my lost coin.'

In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents."

— Luke 15:8-10 (NIV)

This is the second in Jesus' trilogy of "lost" parables, following the Lost Sheep and preceding the Prodigal Son. Jesus continues to defend His ministry to tax collectors and sinners, using everyday examples His audience would understand.

Diligent Seeking

Intentional Methods

Shared Joy

Parable of the Lost Coin

"Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it."

— Matthew 13:45-46 (NIV)

Jesus told this parable immediately after the Hidden Treasure parable, reinforcing the theme of the kingdom's supreme worth. The merchant represents someone actively seeking truth, unlike the accidental discovery in the previous parable.

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Parable of the Hidden Treasure

Parable of the Lost Coin

Parable of the Pearl of Great Price