The Parable of the Seed Growing
And he said, So is the kingdom of God, as if a man should cast seed into the ground; And should sleep, and rise night and day, and the seed should spring and grow up, he knoweth not how. Mark 4:26-27
I've always been amazed at how plants grow and how you can take a tiny seed, put it in soil and water it, and eventually see it come to life. It's an amazing mystery. When spring comes, and you see plants flourishing, it makes you pause at the wonder of creation. Jesus compares the spreading of the gospel to planting seeds in this parable. Though we shared what he wanted us to share by telling others about him, we have no idea how a simple word or action can contribute to the growth of it in that person's heart. God expects us to plant the seeds and care for them until they mature, and He does mysterious things deep within them as He calls them to Himself. Don't neglect to do your part by encouraging others, telling them all that God has done for you, so that they, too, may receive the gift of eternal life as that word you shared grows in their hearts.
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