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BRINGING IN THE SHEAVES

“He who goes out weeping, bearing the seed for sowing, shall come home with shouts of joy, bringing his sheaves with him,” Psalm 126:6 ESV. Doing what is necessary is often painful, yet the things we do despite hardships are often the most rewarding. Galatians 6:7 ESV states: “Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, THAT will he also reap.” But there is more to sowing successfully than overcoming inconvenience or difficulties. HOW we sow, WHEN we sow, WHERE we sow, and WHY we sow are all factors that affect the final harvest. It is also critical to understand that we only reap AFTER we’ve sown! LORD God, help me stay conscious of what seeds I so. Grant me daily wisdom so my thoughts, words, and deeds would please You and indeed be a blessing to others.

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