-/\/\-----------------------------------------------------------------
\ / HEARTLIGHT(R) Magazine -- http://www.heartlight.org/
--\/------------------------------------------------------------------
August 6, 2008
/--- Turn Today's Verse into a Poster ---------------------\
Create beautiful 18"x24" posters from any Bible verse!
You can add your own personal note, making them great for
gifts or awards. See the selection:
\--- http://ads.heartlight.org/email/50/ -----------------/
=========================== TODAY'S ARTICLE ==========================
Overlooked Treasure, by Tim Archer
Over the years, I've enjoyed the television program Antique Roadshow on
PBS. The show travels to different locations around the country and
experts in furniture, coins, art, clothing, etc. wait as people bring
in everything from junk to historical treasures. Those bringing items
to be appraised often have no idea of the value of what they are
bringing. Some come out of curiosity; others come wanting to show off
their family heirlooms. A few come out of desperation, hoping to be
told that they own something that others will pay a fortune for.
In one memorable episode, an elderly gentleman brought in a blanket
that had hung in his grandmother's house for years. The tradition in
the family was that the blanket had once belonged to Kit Carson, so the
man thought that it might be valuable. Don Ellis, expert in Indian
artifacts, told the man that the blanket could be worth as much as half
a million dollars, not because of the connection to Carson, but because
of the historical value of this relic merely as an example of Indian
artisanship. Ellis called it "a national treasure."
The blanket's owner, identified only as Ted, began to cry. He said, "My
grandparents and parents were poor farmers ...." He was thrilled to
discover that he possessed such a treasure, yet couldn't help but
lament the fact that his family had gone all that time without
realizing what they had. They had lived in poverty, while owning
something worth a fortune.
We often overlook the treasure that is available to us
I see lots of people living that way every day. So much hurt, so much
suffering, such a lack of hope, while God freely offers exactly what
they need. They struggle to find strength for the day, while God longs
to give them power without measure. They search for meaning and
purpose, while God waits with the eternal perspective that makes sense
of everything. These people deal with guilt, remorse and shame, while
God offers forgiveness and a new start. The treasure is there for the
taking. All they have to do is recognize the value of what God has to
offer.
The apostle Paul wrote: "For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus
Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, so
that you through his poverty might become rich" (2 Corinthians 8:9).
God offers us riches beyond belief, not in material goods, but in
spiritual ones, valuables that will never waste away. All we have to do
is accept the treasure He has to offer.
I'd like to tell you more. Write to me at tim@hopeforlife.org or visit
our blog at www.hopeforlife.org. Don't overlook the treasure that is
yours for the taking.
Are you presently experiencing a new life? God's word says, "if anyone
is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has
come!"
This new life is a free gift of God through faith in Jesus Christ. If
you want to know more about this life that only Jesus can give you,
sign up for one of our Bible courses. Wherever you are in life,
whatever you've done, you can begin again.
You may also contact us at info@hopeforlife.org if you have questions
about becoming a new creation.
---------
(c) 2008 Herald of Truth
RELATED LINKS:
* Junk Mail and Happiness
http://hopeforlife.org/blog/entry.asp?ENTRY_ID=39
* It Seems Too Good to be True
http://hopeforlife.org/blog/entry.asp?ENTRY_ID=40
* It's Not For Everyone
http://hopeforlife.org/blog/entry.asp?ENTRY_ID=24
* HopeForLife
http://www.hopeforlife.org
This article can be found on the web at:
http://www.heartlight.org/articles/200808/20080806_treasure.html
=========================== FEATURED PRODUCT =========================
LOOK GREAT, FEEL GREAT: 12 KEYS TO ENJOYING A HEALTHY LIFE NOW, by Joyce Meyer
Joyce guides us to a healthier way of living, reminding us that turning
every issue over to God gives us the strength to make lasting changes.
http://shopping.heartlight.org/cgi-shl/link?250
Find more great books, CDs and videos at the Heartlight store! With
each purchase you make, you're helping to support Heartlight's
ministry. Thanks SO MUCH for your help!
HEARTLIGHT DAILY EMAIL /\/\
===============================================================\ /===
http://www.heartlight.org/ \/
Visit HEARTLIGHT on the web for even more articles, plus music,
devotionals and more for your Christian walk!
ABOUT HEARTLIGHT:
Heartlight, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) religious non-profit organization.
Donations are welcome and tax-deductible! Find out how to help!
http://www.heartlight.org/support
EDITOR: Phil Ware, phil@heartlight.org
HOW DO I SUBSCRIBE?
It's FREE! To subscribe send a blank email to:
join-heartlight@maillists.heartlight.org
HOW DO I LEAVE?
To unsubscribe send a blank email to:
heartlight-unsub@maillists.heartlight.org
STILL HAVING TROUBLE?
If our automated unsubscribe system isn't working for you,
send an email to mailmaster@heartlight.org and let us know
what list you would like to leave. We'll take care of you.
======================================================================
