Devotion:
Read Matthew 13:31-32.
Mustard seeds are among the smallest of seeds; however, when they are sown into the soil, they grow and become larger than all other garden plants. I will never forget the first time I saw a mustard field. I was touring the countryside of England and looked out over miles of golden flowers along the roadside. It was the most colorful landscape I had ever seen. It is hard to imagine acres of flowers that come from such a tiny seed.
In this parable Jesus makes the point that the beginning of his ministry is so small that hardly anyone notices it, just as no one pays any attention to a mustard seed. But just as a mustard seed grows into a large garden, the kingdom of God will grow so much that no one can miss it.
Jesus started growing the kingdom of God with a handful of disciples. Every follower of Jesus is a part of the kingdom and that means that you and I are a part of God's kingdom. Each time we share God’s love, we are helping to grow the kingdom, one mustard seed at a time.
Personal Worship Option:
Consider how you can be like a mustard seed today and spread God‘s love to someone.
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