Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto treasure hid in a field;
the which when a man hath found, he hideth,
and for joy thereof goeth and selleth all that he hath, and buyeth that field.
Matthew 13:44
Overlooked Truths to Appear
"The Lord designs that in the revelation of truth in all ages, the doctrine of grace shall be gradually unfolded to the comprehension of man.
I have received a blessing in hearing from human lips the presentation of rich truth indited by the Holy Spirit of God, presenting the requirements of God,—
--a holy and perfect obedience;
--showing that complete satisfaction has been given the Father in His only-begotten Son as a Lamb without blemish and without spot ;
--and that through the merits and virtue of Christ's character, all who will believe in Him may become complete in Him.
So in searching the field and digging for the precious jewels of truth, hidden treasures are discerned. Unexpectedly we find precious ore that is to be gathered and treasured.
And the search is to be continued.
Hitherto very much of the treasure found has lain near the surface, and was easily obtained. When the search is properly conducted every effort is made to keep a pure understanding and heart. When the mind is kept open and is constantly searching the field of revelation, we shall find rich deposits of truth.
Old truths will be revealed in new aspects, and truths will appear which have been overlooked in the search."
July 29, 1897 Ellen G. White MS. 75/Ministry