Your Joy Discovering This!
"I rejoice at Your word as
one who finds great treasure."
Psalm 119:162
Among 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
by your smartphone and find a treasure, you make
a record of your presence and leave the treasure
for others to find and enjoy.
In the case of geocaching, joy is more in the pursuit than
the treasure itself. Still, participants love the experience.
The idea of treasure maps has always been an anticipated
joy discovering the treasure. In that way, the Bible is like
a treasure map leading to discovery of truth-based joy. In
fact, the psalmist rejoiced at anticipation of finding “great
treasure” in God’s Word. What is the treasure? Salvation,
security, 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.
"The more reverence we have for the
Word of God the more joy we shall
find in it."
Matthew Henry
