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Heaven is Like … a Mustard Seed

July 28, 2011 by Fritz

Mustard

 

Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is like to a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and sowed in his field: Which indeed is the least of all seeds: but when it is grown, it is the greatest among herbs, and becometh a tree, so that the birds of the air come and lodge in the branches thereof. –Matthew 13:31-32

Jesus told parables to both illuminate and obfuscate at the same time — enlightening to those willing to listen, confusing to those without time or inclination to care.

Here, Jesus emphasizes the importance of small beginnings. God isn’t interested in starting big but in continuous growth. It may not seem like much at first, but that’s ok. Start with a little understanding, a little step of faith, a little consistent time of praying, a little Bible reading — and do it faithfully. Soon it will grow and provide shade not only for yourself but others, too.

— fritz@langgang.com
See also: Learning to Pray – June 25, 2011

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Prayer’s Foolishness (To Some)

July 27, 2011 by Fritz

Philip Yancey

“How odd, that prayer seems foolish to some people who base their lives on media trends, superstition, instinct, hormones, social propriety or even astrology.”

– Philip Yancey, Prayer pg.22

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Finding Myself

July 26, 2011 by Fritz

A fool hath no delight in understanding, but that his heart may discover itself. – Proverbs 18:2

“I just want to find myself!”, some people say.

Well, here are some instructions:

  1. Stretch out both hands
  2. Draw them toward’s you until you touch something
  3. There you are!
  4. Now, turn your attention to finding God. That will be more productive.

When my child was little we went for a walk one day in an unfamiliar place. I asked, “Son, do you know where we are?” “Yep!” he said confidently, “I’m right here and you’re right there!”

Actually, that’s all he really needed to know!

Prayer: Jesus, I know where I am — I’m right here and you’re right there with me. Amen!
— fritz@langgang.com

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