The Whole Story: A Life in God's Kingdom, Part OneSample

Daily Reflection: Mark 4:26-34 compares the Kingdom of God to seeds. We read throughout the Bible that the Kingdom of God is here, but not yet. Right now, a simple way to think of the Kingdom of God is as a seed. Jesus came in the form of a seed through Mary – whom God made atonement sin and defeated death. He left the Holy Spirit to us, like a seed planted on the inside of each of us to serve as a guide, helper, and comforter. He gives us seeds of wisdom and truth in his word that are meant to take root, flourish, and grow. Right now, his Kingdom feels very much like a seed. However, we have to remember; there will come a day when he returns where that seed will grow into a glorious tree – his Kingdom! God’s family can experience heaven on earth now and in the New Eden, where “the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God” (see Rev. 21:3).

Daily Demonstration: Make a choice to plant or sow a Kingdom seed today. Allow God to use all he has taught you during the fast thus far to see that which he wants you to minister to today – whether it be through witnessing to someone, giving something, showing hospitality, or providing encouragement. Go and plant a Kingdom seed in someone’s life today. Pray it takes root and grows.