Cultivating Confidence

Scripture Reference: Mark 4:26-34

The ultimate act of confidence is to take something precious and let go of it so that it may grow. The farmer in this parable takes seed, which could also be used for food, and scatters it upon the ground. Once the seed has hit the ground it is pretty much out of the control of the farmer. The amazing thing is that it grows without his having to do much except to harvest it when it has produced fruit. We can compare our life to the farmer in that we have much we could try to control. The emphasis here is that God takes even the smallest potential and gives it growth, sometimes phenomenal growth. The point is that confidence for growth rests in God and not so much in our ability. If we are willing to scatter the seed of God's potential, looking for it in the things we do, in the people we meet, great things will grow. Let us make God our sanctuary, his work our mission, and witness to our confidence in the growth Christ makes possible in all people.
Prayer: Mighty God you have called us to be your people to live according to your word and to trust in the salvation of Jesus Christ. Help us to be a sanctuary for hurting people... a mission of your discipleship... and your witness to all people. Restore in us confidence in your love and power to the praise and glory of your holy name. Amen.
Author: Jim O'Connell

Part of Devotional Series: Lessons For Living

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