Sermon
Hidden Treasure
Cross Church
Speaker: Nick Floyd
August 10, 2020 · 30 min
Summary
Matthew 13:44 presents salvation as a hidden treasure worth surrendering everything to obtain. Following Jesus demands complete self-denial and repentance, yet yields joy far exceeding what is relinquished—a cost worth paying because the treasure of Christ surpasses all earthly possessions and pursuits.
Highlights
Following Jesus will cost you everything, but it will give you so much more than anything you ever, ever give up.
The American gospel has evolved into a gospel of addition without subtraction. It is the belief that we can add Christ to our lives, but not subtract sin.
The kingdom of God is so valuable that losing everything on earth but getting the kingdom is a happy trade-off.