Matthew 13:44

The Passion Translation

“Heaven’s kingdom realm can be illustrated like this: “A person discovered that there was hidden treasure in a field. Upon finding it, he hid it again. Because of uncovering such treasure, he was overjoyed and sold all that he possessed to buy the entire field just so he could have the treasure.

Cross References

Proverbs 16:16

Everyone wants gold, but wisdom’s worth is far greater. Silver is sought after, but a heart of understanding yields a greater return.

Proverbs 17:16

Why pay tuition to educate a fool? For he has no intention of acquiring true wisdom.

Proverbs 18:1

An unfriendly person isolates himself and seems to care only about his own issues. For his contempt of sound judgment makes him a recluse.

Proverbs 23:23

Embrace the truth and hold it close. Don’t let go of wisdom, instruction, and life-giving understanding.

Isaiah 55:1

“Listen! Are you thirsty for more? Come to the refreshing waters and drink. Even if you have no money, come, buy, and eat. Yes, come and buy all the wine and milk you desire— it won’t cost a thing.

Matthew 13:24

Then Jesus taught them another parable: “Heaven’s kingdom can be compared to a farmer who planted good seed in his field.

Matthew 13:46

When he discovered one very precious and exquisite pearl, he immediately gave up all he had in exchange for it.”

Matthew 13:47

“Again, heaven’s kingdom realm is like a fisherman who casts his large net into the lake, catching an assortment of fish.

Matthew 19:21

Jesus said to him, “If you really want to be perfect, go now and sell everything you own. Give your money to the poor and your treasure will be transferred into heaven. Then come back and follow me for the rest of your life.”

Matthew 19:27

Then Peter blurted out, “Here we are. We’ve given up everything to follow you. What reward will there be for us?”

Matthew 19:29

For anyone who has left behind their home and property, leaving family—brothers or sisters, mothers or fathers, or children—for my sake, they will be repaid a hundred times over and will inherit eternal life.

Matthew 6:21

For your heart will always pursue what you esteem as your treasure.

Luke 14:33

Likewise, unless you surrender all to me, giving up all you possess, you cannot be one of my disciples.

John 6:35

Jesus said to them, “I am the Bread of Life. Come every day to me and you will never be hungry. Believe in me and you will never be thirsty.

Romans 15:4

Whatever was written beforehand is meant to instruct us in how to live. The Scriptures impart to us encouragement and inspiration so that we can live in hope and endure all things.

Colossians 2:3

For our spiritual wealth is in him, like hidden treasure waiting to be discovered—heaven’s wisdom and endless riches of revelation knowledge.

Colossians 3:16

Let the word of Christ live in you richly, flooding you with all wisdom. Apply the Scriptures as you teach and instruct one another with the Psalms, and with festive praises, and with prophetic songs given to you spontaneously by the Spirit, so sing to God with all your hearts!

Hebrews 10:34

You sympathized with those in prison and when all your belongings were confiscated you accepted that violation with joy; convinced that you possess a treasure growing in heaven that could never be taken from you.

Revelation 3:18

So I counsel you to purchase gold perfected by fire, so that you can be truly rich. Purchase a white garment to cover and clothe your shameful Adam-nakedness. Purchase eye salve to be placed over your eyes so that you can truly see.