SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Galatians 6:1-7
In the intricate roller of life, our actions and inactions are the seeds we sow—a concept deeply rooted in the biblical principle outlined in Galatians 6:7. God, a multiplier by nature, does not merely add but multiplies the seeds we plant in the fertile soil of our existence. Proverbs 22:8 reinforces the eternal truth that our actions bear fruit, and the nature of these seeds determines the harvest we reap.
Fortunately, God, in His infinite wisdom, has granted us the agency to choose the seeds we sow. Referencing Galatians 5:22-23, these seeds include love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control—yielding a bountiful and sweet harvest. Conversely, the seeds of the works of the flesh—hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions, factions, and envy—lead to a harvest of turmoil and spiritual barrenness.
These seeds manifest in our daily lives through actions and decisions. In families, sowing seeds of love, understanding, investment, proper planning, and faithfulness enrich our relationships. In workplaces, seeds of hard work, honesty, integrity, and fairness contribute to a thriving professional environment. As students, good seeds involve hard work, adherence to school rules, dedication to studies, and worshiping Christ. In the church, seeds can be planted through winning souls and keeping souls, prayer, caring for the needy within and without, and righteousness. Guided by our divine identity as children of God, these seeds fall on fertile grounds, yielding positive results.
The seeds we sow shape our future, as articulated in 2 Corinthians 9:6. Sowing sparingly reaps sparingly, while sowing generously yields a generous harvest. Our actions extend beyond the immediate, leaving a lasting impact on our destiny and fostering communal well-being.
As we embark on the journey of possessing our nations, unleashed as people of God, let us strive to sow good seeds this year. The impact of these seeds will ripple through our lives, communities, churches, and nations. An impacted life becomes a catalyst for possessing other lives, communities, and nations.
In the divine dance of sowing and reaping, let our actions echo the wisdom of planting seeds of love, kindness, and righteousness. As we navigate the path of possessing our nations, may our seeds be the conduits of positive change, transforming the world and fulfilling the vision set forth by our forbearers.
Written by Elder Daniel Kwarteh Mintah (School Outreach Ministry Coordinator, Konongo Area)