Fall is a perfect time to grab a warm cup of coffee, God's Word and settle in to Autumn's beloved season by spending time with Him in His Word. Spending time with God in His Word corrects our spiritual vision as it so often needs correction. It helps us to see things as God does, and when we do, we understand the urgencies that He places on our lives to live and walk rightly, as He calls and leads us to. Jesus often used the picture of planting and watering to describe the urgency and importance of helping to bring people into God's kingdom. The disciples needed to have their vision corrected at times as well. They had thought, that they had lots of time to work towards the harvest. But they found that this wasn't just something to do when they got around to it. But was to be a part of their daily lives.
The Bible is clear about the importance in the mission of soul winning and our involvement in it, to assist in the planting, watering and the harvest of precious souls. In John 4:35 Jesus said, "I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest." 2 Corinthians 9:10 says, "He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness." So you see it pays to soul win! It is a win, win for both the sower and the receiver. The fall of life is a great time to focus on God’s wonderful blessings; family, friends, strength, shelter, provision, guidance, care, fruitful ministry, opportunities to serve, more time to pray and the study His Word, and our eternal life, still yet to come as we look ahead.
The world may fade, the stars may fall, the seasons may change, and winter may come. But the God who has been our help in ages past is our hope for years to come. In Him His children have permanence, stability, joy unshakable, and life unending as we will enjoy His fellowship a million years from now and then through eternity. Today sweet friend you may be one of those that have had spiritual seed sown in your life but have never really responded to it. Some of the saddest words in the Bible are in Jeremiah 8:20, “The harvest is past, the summer is ended, and we are not saved.” If you’ve never made a commitment to Jesus Christ, do it now, while there is still time. "For he saith, I have heard thee in a time accepted, and in the day of salvation have I succoured thee: behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation. 2 Corinthians 6:2 During this harvest season, we are reminded that we cannot reap a harvest unless we sow seeds and water them. Then we must wait and be patient. There may be times when it seems that nothing is growing, that we might not reap a harvest, but, all the while, God’s principles remain true. He promises that, If we are faithful, we will experience a harvest in the right time! His Time! Are you part of the reapers sweet friend? Are you part of the harvest? Have you been sowing seeds with your time, talent, and treasure? It's not too late, begin this Fall to sow in order to reap a great harvest! Time is short, and is already upon us!
Hold
Fast,
-Bren
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