Matthew 13:8
But some seed fell on rich soil, and produced fruit, a hundred or sixty or thirtyfold.
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They were born from the same parents, and yet, when they grew up, they took different paths in life. One grew up as a professional, helping others in needs and a God-fearing Christian. The other one is a wanted criminal, constantly running away from the law.
This story is not only taken out of movies. It was actually happening in real life. And then we would ask, “why?” Why do some produce fruit for the kingdom and others apparently not? Does it depend on whether we take Jesus and his message seriously?
Jesus gives reasons why. Some people allow the devil to take the word from their heart. These are the people who receive the seed on the edge of the path. They hear the word of God but don’t believe its promises. They have heard the teaching of Jesus but don’t take it seriously. They are the people who forget the meaning of life, who live as if God doesn’t exist.
On Sundays, millions of people go to mass or Sunday services. But how many of them would go home and practice what he heard and experience? How many would live a life dedicated to Him and denounce devil totally?
Open your hearts and enrich your soul for Him so when the seeds of Spirit is sown, it will grow in you in fullness of life, producing fruits a hundredfold. Think of how beautiful our world would be if we all produced these fruits 100% all the time; love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, trustfulness, gentleness and self-control. We would have heaven on earth!
Are you ready to be the seed that will yield healthy fruits? Be ready to inherit Heaven, receiving the Word of God in rich soil and spirit.
Almighty Father, I receive you in my heart as you enrich my soul so I may produce healthy fruits. In your infinite mercy, bring peace and comfort to those of us who face days sometimes filled with pain and depression. Help us through the rough times. Walk before and beside us so that we may walk in your footsteps and reach out to you in our journey on this earth. Amen +
I will sing of your salvation.
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