Incorruptible Seed on Good soil

Since roughly a thousand years ago, farmers have used the plowing technique as one of the primary methods for soil preparation; rolling over the clods enables one to restore the soil to its original structure and begin preparing the seed bed. The new field will be waterproof and oxygen-rich, and weeds will be strictly controlled. Plowing breaks up the soil to eliminate its hard crust so both seed and moisture can enter the soil and cause growth. This entire process sounds like a harsh, tough one, but it is essential for growth. (Isaiah 28:24-28).

1 Corinthians 3:9 For we are God’s fellow workers; you are God’s field, God’s building.

Farming is God's system. Throughout the Bible God uses ploughing and seed planting as examples for life lessons.

Hosea 10:12 ...break up your unplowed ground..

Just as plowing breaks up the soil to eliminate its hard crust, in my personal life, the hardness of my heart had to be eliminated in preparation for seed planting and to be rooted in Christ and grounded in love.

The Word of God is an incorruptible seed that needs good soil to grow and bear good fruit; therefore, plowing is essential.

Regardless of how difficult life was, it was an essential part of my journey as a child of God. I am no longer angry; Luke 9:62 says, “No one, after putting his hand to the plow and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.

My heart needed to be "ploughed" before the Word of God could be established in it. As tough as life was, I was handpicked by God to represent Him with an inspiring testimony to help save others and lead them to an abundant life in Christ.

Colossians 2:7 Rooted and built up in him, and stablished in the faith, as ye have been taught, abounding therein with thanksgiving.

Growth

We might wish to have blessings simply fall on our laps the second we click our fingers. Perhaps some of us merely "dictate" our requests to God and expect to receive them instantly; however, "ploughing, planting, and watering" doesn't work at a tick of a finger; growth takes time. James 5:7 "Be patient, therefore, brothers, until the coming of the Lord. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient about it, until it receives the early and the late  rains." Growth is God's framework, which we must accept and respect because it is all for a greater purpose.

God Restores

The plowing and planting process is very difficult, but God restores all the heartache endured. God may not replace what you lost, but He will restore you with more than you expect. He brings joy, love, hope, peace, and wealth. Zechariah 8:12 ‘For there will be peace for the seed: the vine will yield its fruit, the land will yield its produce and the heavens will give their dew; and I will cause the remnant of this people to inherit all these things'

Draw near to God

I believe that the traumatic experiences were essential for our life story to inspire other people who are in desperate need of a way out; it is a testimony that represents God revealing how He restores. If you are currently encountering difficult times, it is a pivotal time for you to think rationally and for you to have solid faith in Christ. It is a chance to let your light shine through enduring and trusting God, knowing that you have a bright future ahead because God's plans are to prosper us. Therefore,  He sent His only son to die on the cross for our sins and sicknesses and to raise up again and gain victory for us. We too need to rise up in faith, knowing victory is ours through Christ. We are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, no matter how difficult the plowing stage might be. God wants us to prosper in a healthy way, on good soil.

2 Corinthians 12:10 - Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.

Romans 5:3-5 - Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us.

1 Peter 1:23:

Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and abideth forever.

Ephesians 3:17-19

That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love, May be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height; And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fullness of God.

God bless you 💚

From Natlie Loots