Cost to Value Ratio

We are either wholly saved or wholly lost. There is no in between state. But is the cost of becoming part of the Kingdom of God worth it? Without a doubt, the Kingdom of God is worth the cost! Unfortunately, many people are still oblivious to the Kingdom of God and its value. The only way we can be counting the cost too high is if we do not truly understand the value of what is offered through the Kingdom of God. The cost to value ratio is explained by Jesus through two similar but slightly different parables. The parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price remind us that the kingdom of god is beyond anything this world offers you. When you turn to God you realise that all is forgiven. Through forgiveness you are brought back into the family of God. By being restored to the family of God you become an heir of eternal life as well as everything God has to offer.

These two Kingdom of God parables remind us to be on guard against anything distracting us from receiving Jesus and His Kingdom. Traditions can get in the way of the Kingdom of God. Economic gain can draw us away from the Kingdom of God. False beliefs can obscure the Kingdom of God. Educational pursuits can distract us from prioritising the Kingdom of God. Indulging our cherished sinful pleasures can conflict with the Kingdom of God. Even religion can misrepresent the Kingdom of God. Whatever it is that takes priority over the Kingdom of God in our lives can lead to eternal loss.

This video was produced in partnership with Hope Channel New Zealand and originally aired on television under the title "More than a Story: Worth More than You Can Imagine" (episode 11 of 24).