2 Feb, 2012
"X" Marks the Spot
Treasure hunter claims $3bn WWII-era find off US coast
A Maine treasure hunter says he has discovered a WWII-era shipwreck filled with platinum, now worth $3bn (£1.9bn).
Greg Brooks of Sub Sea Research says a wreck sitting 50 miles (80km) off the US Atlantic coast is the SS Port Nicholson, sunk in 1942.
The Port Nicholson, a British merchant ship, was torpedoed by a German U-boat in an attack that killed six people.
Some have expressed doubts the wreck holds platinum, and maritime law would complicate ownership claims.
(Story provided by: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-16847737)
Matthew 13:44-46
The Message (MSG)
44"God's kingdom is like a treasure hidden in a field for years and then accidentally found by a trespasser. The finder is ecstatic—what a find!—and proceeds to sell everything he owns to raise money and buy that field.
45-46"Or, God's kingdom is like a jewel merchant on the hunt for excellent pearls. Finding one that is flawless, he immediately sells everything and buys it.
What does God's Story scripture teach us about the importance of the Kingdom of God?
The point of these two short stories is very clear... The Kingdom of Heaven is really important! In fact it is one of the most important things you will ever learn about.
These little tales show us that it is worth selling everything to find. The Kingdom of Heaven is worth our greatest efforts. Elsewhere Jesus says, "Seek first the Kingdom of Heaven."
C.S. Lewis, the great christian thinker and writer, said this, "Aim at heaven and you will get earth thrown in. Aim at earth and you get neither."
How can we connect today's God's Story scripture to our lives?
- Find an item that is valuable to you. Set it in front of you. Now, being honest with yourself, what price would you pay for that item?
- Considering the value of that item for you, how much is the Kingdom of Heaven worth to you?
- Set your item somewhere you can see it from now on. Let it serve as a reminder of the value of God's Kingdom.
How can we connect today's story, God's Story scripture, and our story to others?
- Everyone loves a good treasure hunting story. Share today's news story with a friend. Ask them their thoughts. Should he get the platinum or return it to the British government?
- Ask your friend to think of something valuable to them and what price they would pay for it? Why such a price?
- Share today's scripture stories with your friend. Ask if they think it would be worth everything?
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