Matthew 13:44-49

Gospel according to Matthew 13:44-49

The kingdom of heaven is like a treasure hidden in a field. When a man finds it, he hides it, and, because of his joy, he goes and sells everything that he has, and he buys that field. Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant seeking good pearls. Having found one pearl of great value, he went away and sold all that he had, and he bought it. Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a net cast into the sea, which gathers together all kinds of fish. When it has been filled, drawing it out and sitting beside the shore, they selected the good into vessels, but the bad they threw away. So shall it be at the consummation of the age. The Angels shall go forth and separate the bad from the midst of the just.

Reflections

In today’s Gospel, Jesus describes the Kingdom of God as very precious. It is like a hidden treasure that we can discover or a precious pearl that we can seek and find. Jesus challenges us to seek out the things that are valuable and that are most cherished. Are we ready to give up all other pursuits to get this treasure? Jesus assures us that this is a very important goal and that we need to follow God’s plan to choose the paths that will lead us to Heaven.