Sow On

"For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life." Galatians 6:8 

The metaphor of sowing and reaping is used often throughout the New Testament. Believers are called to sow fruits of the spirit, righteousness (Proverbs 11:18), and things that bring life (Galatians 6:8). As we sow on good ground, God cultivates what we sow to bring glory and honor to him. We should never sow in hopes of getting anything in return. We sow simply because the omniscient and omnipotent God says that we ought to. As we build up others, we become less selfish, more giving, and exercise obedience to our Heavenly Father. Are you sowing in the flesh or in the spirit? Happy Monday! :)

"A buried seed brings fruit; a selfless life reaps an eternal harvest." -Anon

Selfless Prayers

"Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working." James 5:16

Prayer is an earnest request from you to your Heavenly Father. You are petitioning Him for your needs and desires. However, when was the last time that you genuinely and earnestly prayed for someone else? It's so important to take our eyes off of self and intercede on behalf of others. I challenge you this week to devote more prayer time for others than yourself. Prayer changes things. Happy Tuesday :) 

"First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people..." 1 Timothy 2:1