In the two parables that the Lord shares in this passage, He uses “treasure hidden in a field” and “a priceless pearl”. Both of these items had great value. They were so valuable that the individuals sold everything they had to obtain them. Both items represent the “kingdom of God”. The “kingdom” is so valuable that we should do anything we can to make sure that we have the “kingdom” in our own lives. The question is: “Do you have the kingdom?” and, if not, “why are you not seeking it?”