Four short parables point to the surpassing value of the kingdom of God and the need to find it now.
As David’s covenant with David held firm through difficult times, so God’s covenant with us keeps us throughout our lives.
If you have ever compared your life to someone else’s (who hasn’t?), you need to hear Jesus’ reply in John 21:20-25 to Peter’s curiosity...
Although Paul’s circumstances were very difficult, he focused on bigger realities in which he rejoiced.