Sowing

Sowing

Thumbs sink into brown,

depositing a slight seed

that will someday yield.

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I love getting my hands dirty in the garden. There are so many parallels between the gardening process and life with God (as well as life in general). Some seasons abound with growth, activity, and new beginnings. Others are darkened by death and grief. But many seasons are marked by...waiting. Sowing "seeds", and hoping, praying, that they'll take root and flourish into something beautiful.

These "in-between" times often aren't the most exciting. However, the choices we make before the big break, or the answered prayer, or the fulfillment of a dream are often some of the most important. Eugene Peterson talks about "long obedience in the same direction". To his point, I believe intentionally loving, serving others, and following Jesus day after day - even if the results aren't flashy or even visible - is what adds up to a fruitful life.

I'm praying that this poem would encourage you today. Even the smallest acts of kindness and sacrifice matter greatly in the eyes of Jesus.

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"Jesus said, 'How can I describe the Kingdom of God? What story should I use to illustrate it?It is like a mustard seed planted in the ground. It is the smallest of all seeds, but it becomes the largest of all garden plants; it grows long branches, and birds can make nests in its shade.'"

- Mark 4:30-32 (NLT)

(Also...this week marks the one-year anniversary of this blog! Hard to believe!)