Treasuring
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Definition and Concept:
In biblical terms, "treasuring" refers to the act of valuing, storing, or holding something dear. It often implies a deep appreciation and safeguarding of what is considered precious, whether material or spiritual. The concept of treasuring is frequently used in Scripture to illustrate the priorities and affections of the heart.

Biblical References:

1. Treasures on Earth vs. Treasures in Heaven:
Jesus addresses the concept of treasuring in the Sermon on the Mount. He contrasts earthly treasures with heavenly ones, emphasizing the transient nature of material wealth and the eternal value of spiritual riches. In Matthew 6:19-21 , He instructs, "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."

2. The Heart's Affection:
The Bible often links treasuring with the condition of the heart. Proverbs 4:23 advises, "Guard your heart with all diligence, for from it flow springs of life." This suggests that what one treasures reveals the true focus and direction of their life. The heart's affections are pivotal in determining what is truly valued.

3. Wisdom as a Treasure:
Scripture frequently portrays wisdom as a treasure to be sought after and cherished. Proverbs 2:4-5 states, "If you seek it like silver and search it out like hidden treasure, then you will discern the fear of the LORD and discover the knowledge of God." Here, wisdom is depicted as a precious commodity, more valuable than material wealth.

4. The Kingdom of Heaven:
Jesus uses parables to illustrate the incomparable value of the Kingdom of Heaven. In Matthew 13:44 , He says, "The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field." This parable underscores the supreme worth of God's kingdom, worthy of sacrificing all else to obtain.

5. Mary's Treasuring:
An example of treasuring in a personal context is found in the account of Mary, the mother of Jesus. After the shepherds visit and share the angelic message, Luke 2:19 notes, "But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart." This indicates a deep, reflective appreciation for the divine events unfolding in her life.

Theological Implications:

Treasuring, from a biblical perspective, is not merely about accumulating wealth or possessions but is deeply connected to one's spiritual priorities and values. It challenges believers to evaluate what they hold dear and to align their affections with God's eternal purposes. The act of treasuring reveals the orientation of the heart, calling Christians to seek and value what is truly lasting and significant in the eyes of God.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Treasure.
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Never! Never! Never! Never! Never!
... Besides searching them by reading, and treasuring them by memory, we should test
them by experience, and so often as a promise is proven to be true we should ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 8 1863/never never never never never.htm

God, the All-Seeing One
... households, live as if there were no God; no eye inspecting them; no ear listening
to the voice of their lips, and no eternal mind always treasuring up the ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/spurgeon/sermons on proverbs/god the all-seeing one.htm

Luther's Separation from Rome
... He applied himself to the study of the best authors, diligently treasuring their
most weighty thoughts and making the wisdom of the wise his own. ...
/.../white/the great controversy/chapter 7 luthers separation from.htm

Luther's Separation from Rome.
... He applied himself to the study of the best authors, diligently treasuring their
most weighty thoughts, and making the wisdom of the wise his own. ...
/.../7 luthers separation from rome.htm

Omniscience
... But if we think that thought worth treasuring up, there is one which sums up that
and drowns it, even as a drop is lost in the ocean; it is the thought, "Thou ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 2 1856/omniscience.htm

God, the All-Seeing One
... households, live as if there were no God; no eye inspecting them; no ear listening
to the voice of their lips, and no eternal mind always treasuring up the ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 4 1858/god the all-seeing one.htm

The Finest Wisdom.
... that. There is something much higher, infinitely higher, saving souls, rescuing
lives, treasuring up precious men and women. These ...
//christianbookshelf.org/gordon/quiet talks on service/the finest wisdom.htm

Judas
... consideration. John, who was treasuring up the truths that fell from Christ's
lips, was looked upon by Judas as a poor financier. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/white/the desire of ages/chapter 76 judas.htm

Two Households
... to two households in Rome; but if we look at them with eyes in our heads, and some
sympathy in our hearts, I think we shall get lessons worth the treasuring. ...
/.../maclaren/romans corinthians to ii corinthians chap v/two households.htm

On the Second Part of the Psalm.
... But the Lord beholds and "foresees his day." "What day?" That in which "He will
render to every man according to his works." For he is "treasuring up unto ...
/.../augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/on the second part of.htm

Thesaurus
Treasuring (5 Occurrences)
... n.) of Treasure. Multi-Version Concordance Treasuring (5 Occurrences). Luke 12:21
so 'is' he who is treasuring up to himself, and is not rich toward God.' (YLT) ...
/t/treasuring.htm - 8k

Gold (429 Occurrences)
... household treasure. A common practice was to make gold into jewelry with
the dual purpose of ornamentation and of treasuring it. This ...
/g/gold.htm - 57k

Wrath (503 Occurrences)
... is not abolition; indeed, the sinner, who continually rejects Jesus Christ and the
salvation which God has provided in Him, is simply `treasuring up' wrath for ...
/w/wrath.htm - 50k

Anger (387 Occurrences)
... is not abolition; indeed, the sinner, who continually rejects Jesus Christ and the
salvation which God has provided in Him, is simply `treasuring up' wrath for ...
/a/anger.htm - 54k

Treasuries (36 Occurrences)

/t/treasuries.htm - 18k

Unrepentant (1 Occurrence)
... Romans 2:5 But according to your hardness and unrepentant heart you are treasuring
up for yourself wrath in the day of wrath, revelation, and of the righteous ...
/u/unrepentant.htm - 6k

Judgements (3 Occurrences)
... Romans 2:5 The fact is that in the stubbornness of your impenitent heart you are
treasuring up against yourself anger on the day of Anger--the day when the ...
/j/judgements.htm - 7k

Straightforwardly (2 Occurrences)
... (BBE). Amos 3:10 And they have not known to act straightforwardly, An affirmation
of Jehovah, Who are treasuring up violence and spoil in their palaces. (YLT). ...
/s/straightforwardly.htm - 7k

Stubbornness (14 Occurrences)
... Romans 2:5 The fact is that in the stubbornness of your impenitent heart you are
treasuring up against yourself anger on the day of Anger--the day when the ...
/s/stubbornness.htm - 11k

Revealed (129 Occurrences)
... Romans 2:5 The fact is that in the stubbornness of your impenitent heart you are
treasuring up against yourself anger on the day of Anger--the day when the ...
/r/revealed.htm - 36k

Resources
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Treasuring: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com

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Concordance
Treasuring (5 Occurrences)

Luke 12:21
so 'is' he who is treasuring up to himself, and is not rich toward God.'
(YLT)

Romans 2:5
But according to your hardness and unrepentant heart you are treasuring up for yourself wrath in the day of wrath, revelation, and of the righteous judgment of God;
(WEB WEY)

1 Corinthians 16:2
on every first 'day' of the week, let each one of you lay by him, treasuring up whatever he may have prospered, that when I may come then collections may not be made;
(YLT)

1 Timothy 6:19
treasuring up to themselves a right foundation for the time to come, that they may lay hold on the life age-during.
(YLT)

Amos 3:10
And they have not known to act straightforwardly, An affirmation of Jehovah, Who are treasuring up violence and spoil in their palaces.
(YLT)

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