When I was a young adult, I would have to say, I treasured "possessions" most. The constant thought that kept running through my mind, was "if only I had . . . . if only I had." A nicer car, a better house, new clothes, etc. My identity was wrapped up in what I had or thought I had to have, not in the One who had given His life for me and promised to supply all my needs. "His divine power has given us everything we need for life (food, clothing, place to live, transportation) and godliness (His Word that shows us how to live in a way that brings Him glory) through our knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and goodness." 2 Peter 1:3 (see also Matthew 6:25-34)
God was very patient with me as He began to show me my heart and teach me that all those "possessions" I thought I wanted could NEVER bring me true happiness and that my identity is found in Him alone. Although there is nothing wrong with having external "things", it does become wrong, when having to have those "things" consumes you and becomes your most treasured possession. Matthew 6:21 says, "Wherever your treasure is, there your heart and thoughts will also be." What consumes your thoughts?
Today, the thing I treasure most is His Word. His Word that is "sweeter than honey", "more precious to me than thousands of pieces of silver and gold", "preserves my life", "comforts", "is my counselor", "is eternal", "gives me peace", and the list goes one. Check out Psalm 119 and find more promises of what the Word is or does. Let me know what you find.
"When Your Words came, I ate them; they were my joy and my hearts delight, for I bear Your name, O LORD GOD ALMIGHTY." Jeremiah 15:16 Warren Wiersbe says, "Meditation is to your inner person what digestion is to your body; you make the Word a part of your life and you grow." "Follow my advice, my son (daughter); always treasure my commands. Obey them and live! Guard my teaching as your most precious possession." Proverbs 7:1-2 Is God's Word your most treasured possession? If not, ask Him to put that desire in your heart.
"Your hands made me and formed me;
give me understanding to learn your commands.
May they who fear (reverence) You rejoice when they see me,
for I have put my hope in Your Word."
Psalm 119:73-74
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