“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
This simple pearl is to remind us that we are of great value, you are treasured. One of the most loveliest possessions of all. And we serve a God that is willing to give up everything to redeem us. To pay for His beautiful pearl.
You see, in this parable Jesus describes the individual believer as the pearl and the kingdom of heaven as the merchant. The merchant is on lookout for choice pearls. In the ancient world, the pearl was the loveliest of all possessions (Barclay). And when the merchant discovers a beautiful pearl, he sells everything he owns and buys it.
God sees you as beautiful, rare and lovely. He wants you for himself and gave up everything including his son to have you back forever. You, who he values so greatly, are now His in His Kingdom. Be reminded that you are treasured by The Almighty.