The Greatest Treasure: Day Two
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Day 2: Hidden in Plain Sight
Devotional
Have you ever lost something only to discover it was right in front of you the whole time? Sometimes the most valuable things are hidden in plain sight. Jesus, the greatest treasure of all, often goes unnoticed—not because He isn't extraordinary, but because He appears ordinary. Born in poverty, raised in an insignificant town, working as a carpenter, and dying like a criminal, Jesus didn't match what people expected of a king or savior. Isaiah prophesied this very reality: Jesus had no majestic form that would naturally draw us to Him. He was despised and rejected. Even today, many walk right past Him, missing the treasure hidden in plain sight. But those who truly see Jesus discover something remarkable. They find someone who knows them completely—every thought, every fear, every sin—and loves them anyway. They discover the one who didn't wait for them to clean up their act but loved them at their worst and gave His life to forgive them. This is the kind of love our hearts are searching for, and it's available to everyone. You don't have to be perfect or have it all together. Jesus sees you, knows you completely, and loves you anyway. Today, look again at Jesus. Don't let His ordinary appearance fool you. Behind what seems simple is the most valuable treasure you'll ever find.
he had no form or majesty that we should look at him, and no beauty that we should desire him. He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief; and as one from whom men hide their faces he was despised, and we esteemed him not. - Isaiah 53:2-3
Reflection Question
In what ways might you have overlooked Jesus because He didn't match your expectations of what a treasure should look like?
“A lot of people walk right past him. Not because he's not amazing,
but because he looks so ordinary.”
~Pastor Mike Mura
Prayer
Jesus, forgive me for the times I've walked right past You, looking for something more impressive or spectacular. Open my eyes to see Your true value hidden beneath what appears ordinary. Thank You for coming in humility to reach me. Help me recognize You as the treasure You truly are. Amen.