April 25, 2023
Tuesday
Joy of Discovery
1 John 1: 3-4
162 I rejoice at thy word, as one that findeth great spoil.”
Among new platforms and pursuits made possible by the digital revolution and smartphones, one of the most interesting is geocaching. Think of a treasure hunt—there are millions of “treasures” (caches) hidden by people all over the world. When you get directions via your smartphone and find the treasure, you make a record of your presence and leave the treasure for others to find and enjoy.
In the case of geocaching, the joy is more in the pursuit than in the treasure itself. Still, participants love the experience. The idea of a treasure map has always been the anticipated joy in discovering the treasure. In that way, the Bible is like a treasure map leading to the discovery of truth-based joy. In fact, the psalmist rejoiced at the anticipation of finding “great treasure” in God’s Word. And what is the treasure? Salvation, security, the promises of God, instructions for living a joyful and godly life—who wouldn’t rejoice at discovering such treasures?
The joy of discovery awaits all who read and obey the Word of God. Don’t miss out on that joy by failing to know His Word.
A point to ponder…
The more reverence we have for the Word of God the more joy we shall find in it.
Matthew Henry
Read the Bible through in a year
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