Jesus often taught in parables. He used truths found in daily living and “set alongside” a spiritual principle. To those listening, there was always a bit of mystery in His stories, and that has not changed.
People read the Bible today and still do not understand what it says. However, the mystery of Christ and His kingdom is not an unknown you must accept. The Lord always revealed the meaning of His stories to His disciples, and that has not changed either!
“These things God has revealed to us through the Spirit. For the Spirit searches everything, even the depths of God”
(1 Corinthians 2:10).
The book of Mark has two unique parables not found anywhere else in Scripture. One of them is the story of the Growing Seed. A man scatters seed on the ground, then returning home, goes to sleep. Then, while he rests the seed sprouts.
The man did what he could do, plant the seed, and God did what only He could do, to cause the seed to sprout. The mystery of work in God’s Kingdom is resolved in that partnership!
Today’s parable is applicable to the conflict and division in the world today.
God is calling you to be faithful to do what you can, pray, and share the hope and love of Jesus Christ.
Like the seed-planting farmer, you may take your rest when you have done your part, depending on God to make the miracles happen.
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