Discovering Hidden Treasure

By Jessica Hurtado

Every scripture is a clue. Every scripture is a new revelation. Every scripture is a newly discovered treasure.

Is your bible-reading time filled with unanswered questions? It's time to read the scripture, receive a revelation, and apply that fresh revelation to your daily living. Join Jessica as she journeys with you helping you break down the word of God that it may become a newly discovered treasure that can be applied to your everyday living.

Each daily reading includes Scripture references.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Zion Press
• Release date: Jun 2, 2020
• ISBN: 9781393572077

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DISCOVERING HIDDEN TREASURE

DISCOVERING HIDDEN TREASURE

IN PLAIN SIGHT

Jessica Hurtado

Copyright © 2020 Jessica Hurtado

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Discovering Hidden Treasure/Hurtado —1st ed.

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Praise for Discovering Hidden Treasure

Intelligent. Intuitive. Inspired. That is the heart behind these refreshingly bold daily devotions that will challenge your understanding of scripture and take you deeper into a relationship with God...

~ Mikal White, Co-Lead Pastor of Lift Church in Anchorage, Alaska

I found it hard to put this book down...I felt as though I was having a face to face conversation with a friend over coffee...

~ Laurie Rodgers, Children’s Ministry Director

This devotional is truly a work of the holy spirit. It encourages, edifies, and admonishes the body of Christ to rise up and be the people God has called us to be...

~ Jamie Holguin - Marriage Ministry Facilitator, Women’s Small Group Ministry Facilitator

She takes verses and brings them to life. She challenges the reader to consider their level of obedience to the Lord...

~ Lawanda Martinez, Speaker, Board Member of LifeBuilder Seminar for Woman, Blogger

Each of these devotions are so clearly led by the Spirit in the way that they are constructed. Jessica’s writing style is eloquent and easy to comprehend. Her writings have been such a blessing to our church body, and will be to you as well!

~ Thad White, Lead Pastor of Lift Church in Anchorage, Alaska

Knowledge is everything. When we take the scriptures and capture their truths, we then can walk in freedom.

~ Malissa Joy, Bible Teacher, Womans Leader

This devotional is perfect for new believers and those who have begun to effectively sow deeper roots in the Word. Even if they feel alone in their circumstance, these devotionals reveal, through God’s Word that the Lord will NEVER leave them or forsake them!

~ Lenore Hernandez - Youth Facilitator/Leader, Healing Room Ministry

This devotional spoke directly to my heart! In several writings, I was dealing with the exact struggles in my life that the author wrote about. Her insight helped me focus back on Jesus and His love for me. In the devotion titled, It’s a Process, Jessica wrote, We don’t have to try really hard to think new thoughts and change our attitudes in our own ability. She continues to direct the reader to the Holy Spirit, who loves us and is waiting for us to allow Him to transform our minds.

~ Beth Scholz - Healing Room Ministry, SOZO Ministry, Prayer Tower Ministry, Altar Prayer Ministry, and Sister Soak -Seeking Our Amazing King

I thoroughly enjoyed this devotion. Jessica takes Scriptural verse familiar and not so familiar and offers living water for the reader. With each reflective thought it is as if you are sipping refreshing water. She takes verses and brings them to life. She challenges the reader to consider their level of obedience to the Lord. Responding to the challenge will quench a thirsty soul. I love the simplicity of the explanation provided and couldn’t help but want to encourage my daughter to read them for a deeper understanding that is simply refreshing.

~ Lawanda Martinez, Speaker, Board Member of LifeBuilder Seminar for Woman, and Blogger

Discovering Hidden Treasure: In Plain Sight, expresses a deeper perspective than the average collection of devotionals. Jessica Hurtado not only has a thought-provoking, Biblical topic to address, but she takes us on a walk through the Word to give us a broader view of the Truth she has pulled from the Bible. It is clear that she not only has a great understanding of the topical Scripture, but has taken the time to search the Word for a deeper Revelation. This book gives the reader MORE in a short time! Jessica also challenges me to follow her example to dig deeper into Scripture for myself! You will love these bite-sized, power-packed devotionals!

~ Pastor Lystra A. Wilson, Inspirational Author, Speaker, and Life Transformation Mentor, Founder/CEO of Women Inspire Women, Inc.

Jessica’s book is so practical! If you struggle with reading and understanding the word, like I do, then this is for you. Jessica not only gives you biblical references as she’s sharing what the Lord is showing her, but also gives recommended scriptures for further insight. It gives me a reason to go and open my Bible! I appreciate her break down of scripture in each reading because it makes it so easy to understand. I recommend this book to anyone who is wanting to dive deeper into God’s word. This book will take you on a personal journey to get to know the Lord more intimately.

~ Denise Garcia, Marathoner, Small Group Bible Study Leader, Servant of the Lord

This is not your typical devotional. Jessica Hurtado brings out topics relevant for today’s Christians who are seeking a deeper relationship with the Father. With scriptural backing this book is an invitation for Christians everywhere to take their walk with God to the next level in every area of their lives.

~ Str8talkwithStacy Wiesman, Prophetess

This is SO beautiful. I think that you put a fresh word on each scripture, topic chosen by the Holy Spirt. The layout is easy. The prayers at the end are pointed for that particular topic you are discussing. It is easy to understand for those that have been studying for a while and for the ones just starting to study or read the bible. It reaches many diverse groups.

~ Dr. Precious Taylor,

To my husband Alfredo who pushed me every step of the way with gentle reminders, You can do it. I believe in you. My babies Josue, Jessebella, and Max who constantly ran up to me and hugged me (little love nudges from God) as I sat behind the laptop.

May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace. (Numbers 6:24-26 NLT)

Contents

Praise for Discovering Hidden Treasure

Introduction

His Purposed Masterpiece

The Way, the Truth, the Life

Are You Guilty?

Where Is Your Fear Rooted?

Pruning in the Winter

It’s a Process

Sanctified by the Blood

Trust Unshakable

Humble Yourself and Cast Your Cares

What Truth Are You Living In?

Heavily Clothed in Peace

What Is Your Heart Condition?

Feelings Are Fickle (Anger)

Is Your Treasure Guarded?

What Are You Magnifying?

Anger Does Not Produce Righteousness

What Kind of Harvest Are You Sowing?

Gentle vs. Harsh

Are You Clothed with Your Heavenly Citizenship?

Earning Respect

Behavior = Label

Have You Been Venting?

Bad, Good, Better

Are You Watering Your Seed?

Fresh or Salty

Cake and Water?

Acquitted or Condemned?

With Little or Much

My Rescuer

What Is Your Even If?

It’s Time to Cross the Jordan River

Radically Loved While Broken

Our Helper

I Am and I Will

Just Say the Word

Psalm 23

Purpose

Mocked and Cursed? Rejoice!

The Character of God

Sunlight and the Light

The Lord’s Prayer

Different

A Picture of Love

Where Is Your Value Defined?

Release Your Grip

Christ Is All That Matters

Unity Through Peace

What Is Your Default Setting Keeping You From?

What Are You Choosing Today?

The Speck and the Log

The Bread and the Wine

Obedience Yields Peace

The Heart Production

Taste and See

To Do or Not to Do

Spirit of Excellence

What Are You Modeling?

About the Author

Introduction

Have you ever read the bible and didn’t understand it?  Heard a scripture, but