Post by Woody Williams on Jul 27, 2005 8:18:26 GMT -5
Text for the Day -- Mark 4:30-34----------
He also said, 'With what can we compare the kingdom of God, or what parable will we use for it? It is like a mustard seed, which, when sown upon the ground, is the smallest of all the seeds on earth; yet when it is sown it grows up and becomes the greatest of all shrubs, and puts forth large branches, so that the birds of the air can make nests in its shade.'
With many such parables he spoke the word to them, as they were able to hear it; he did not speak to them except in parables, but he explained everything in private to his disciples.
Devotional
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Like a great teacher, Jesus shared the wisdom of the kingdom of God in little stories and metaphors that forced his listeners to take responsibility for their learning. These stories were an invitation to struggle with seeing in a new way. Jesus was calling all people to come to the realization that their life can participate in the kingdom of God, both in receiving its blessings and sharing in its ministries. Jesus invitation to the kingdom is an invitation to live life out of a relationship with God's presence and not a set of rules.
Prayer
Continue to open my eyes to the freedom of the kingdom of God in my relationship with you, O God. Amen
He also said, 'With what can we compare the kingdom of God, or what parable will we use for it? It is like a mustard seed, which, when sown upon the ground, is the smallest of all the seeds on earth; yet when it is sown it grows up and becomes the greatest of all shrubs, and puts forth large branches, so that the birds of the air can make nests in its shade.'
With many such parables he spoke the word to them, as they were able to hear it; he did not speak to them except in parables, but he explained everything in private to his disciples.
Devotional
----------
Like a great teacher, Jesus shared the wisdom of the kingdom of God in little stories and metaphors that forced his listeners to take responsibility for their learning. These stories were an invitation to struggle with seeing in a new way. Jesus was calling all people to come to the realization that their life can participate in the kingdom of God, both in receiving its blessings and sharing in its ministries. Jesus invitation to the kingdom is an invitation to live life out of a relationship with God's presence and not a set of rules.
Prayer
Continue to open my eyes to the freedom of the kingdom of God in my relationship with you, O God. Amen
