Daily Devo
The Perfect Jewel
By: Mae Archila
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
“I will make a man more precious than fine gold; even a man than the golden wedge of Ophir.” Isaiah 13:12 (KJV)
Born-again believers are God’s precious jewels because we are His children. The creator and owner of the universe loves His children—they are pleasing in His sight. We were also purchased at an extremely high price—bought with the blood of Christ. God’s children are all valuable to Him, as valuable as rare gemstones set in gold. But God's treasures are not silver and gold, they are the sanctified lives of His saints.
One of the largest collections of precious stones on earth is The Crown Jewels of the British Empire, and their government takes extreme measures to protect them. But the British Government's protection pales in comparison to God's. Our Heavenly Father will not allow a single gem He watches over and cares for to be lost or stolen. “As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the Lord surrounds His people both now and forevermore” Psalms 125:2
Gemstones are created from raw materials that are transformed by being exposed to time, heat, and pressure. It can be a slow process, but the end result is a valuable, precious gemstone. But the process isn't completed until the stone is cut, which reveals its inner beauty. The craftsman takes each stone and chips away its rough edges. Next comes the grinding, shaping and polishing. Finally, the craftsman puts it into the perfect setting to best display its beauty.
- God’s jewels are pure. (1 Timothy 4:12)
- God’s jewels are rare. (Isaiah 13:12)
- God’s jewels shine brilliantly. (Matthew 5:14-16)
- God’s treasure is on display. (Luke 8:17)
"They shall be mine," says the Lord Almighty, "In the day when I make them my Jewels." Malachi 3:17
No matter what the world says, always remember you are God's precious Jewel. We are all valuable, but He may need to chip away our flaws and polish us a bit to reveal our inner beauty; Be patient and trust Him while He works! It may take a while, but He is transforming you into His perfect Jewel.