“But the one sown with seed on the good soil, this is the one who hears the word and understands it, who indeed bears fruit and produces, some a hundred, some sixty, and some thirty times as much” (Matthew 13:23).
Seek to understand the ways of the Lord. Do not be guided by worldly advice which is like shifting sand, but be guided by the word of the Lord, which is forever. Do not be concerned with how much, fruit you bear, just grow and bear fruit that benefits the kingdom of heaven. You have been given the words of eternal life. Walk in the way of Jesus and live out the Good News which you have received.
Lord, You alone know the plans You have for me. Lead me away from thinking about myself to focus upon You, and then others. You will grow in me that which You will grow in me. In You alone do we have hope. Lead me to understand that all things are in Your hands. Guide me to know that in You alone do I have hope and a future. Abide in me that, with Your help, I may bear fruit befitting Your heavenly kingdom.
Lord Jesus, You have come in order that there may be abundant life in and through me. Guide me in the goodness of Your grace and mercy this day. Nourish me with the heavenly food You give so that I may bear fruit where You send me according to the Father’s will. In and through all things, guide me in the goodness of Your grace and mercy to humbly walk in Your presence as I am guided by You step by step. Amen.
