I would like to expand more about the mustard seed. Yes, it is the tiniest of seeds to be planted; however, allowed to mature to full growth it provides a resting place, a solace for fowls of the air. A mustard seed shows growth, dependence, and faith.
Let us view it this way. Jesus came and was the tiny seed sower that set in motion "The Way" aka the followers of Christ (Christians). His seeds (the word of God) set in motion the planting of other seeds. From the planting of a few seeds, 12 main seeds, the growth potential has been tremendous. Currently, from at 2010 census, around the world there was an estimated 2.19 billion Christians (compared to 600 million in 1910). It is important that we continue the growth of Christianity to counter the spread of non-Christian religions.
Christians amount to only 33% of the worlds population, meaning 67% is either Islam (24%) or some other sect. Now to get personal.
How are you doing in maturing as the mustard seed does? Are you a safe haven for people searching? Is your maturity enough to provide encouragement? Is your growth in the Bible, the Word of God growing? I am casting forth questions that relate to me, but could also strike home with you. Here is Jesus in Mark 4:
30 Again he said, “What shall we say the kingdom of God is like, or what parable shall we use to describe it? 31 It is like a mustard seed, which is the smallest of all seeds on earth. 32 Yet when planted, it grows and becomes the largest of all garden plants, with such big branches that the birds can perch in its shade.”
May we all grow in our faith and be a safe haven for people to come to, to reach out and touch others, sharing the gospel and seeing lives changed. Love you all. Thank you for enduring. Back to Job tomorrow.
In Christ's Love and Grace
Johnny
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