When seeds are sown — especially in the manner of casting them out over the ground around us — it is not fully known which individual seeds will take root or where the greatest fruitfulness might be. However, the seeds are sown with anticipation that the power God placed within them will germinate and produce something somewhere. And so it is with the actions of our life. We may not always be aware of where we will impact, but “as we go” we are to be mindful of our manner of living so as to know impact will take place as we move onward.
It has been noted, “There’s a stranger out there who still thinks of you because you were kind to them when they really needed it. Never stop being that person.” (original source unknown, but has circulated by various media)
Especially as we live mindful of being the salt and light we have been called to be (Matthew 5:13-16), we may not always be aware of the impact of our life interaction with others. As I recall the actions of words of others that have greatly encouraged me, I have lived long enough to have had some come and tell me of something I either did or said years ago that had impacted them. Such is reminder of the unknowns while we simply strive to be compassionate and kind in our interactions with whomever it might be.
In his letter to Christians at Galatia, Paul urged. . .
“(7) Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap. (8) For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life. (9) And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. (10) So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.” (Galatians 6:7-10 ESV)
Understanding the truth relative to sowing and reaping, let us not grow weary in doing good, even when the results may not be immediately evident. “As we go”, may we not stop being the person God will use even in ways we might not know!
Have a great day BEING USED FOR GOD’S GOOD AND GLORY!
Carl
