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And Tiny Seeds Become Giant Trees ... How?
By John Ingrisano
Jun 29, 2011 - 8:52:01 AM
I am not an earthy guy. I get no deep, spiritual high by putting my hands in the soil. However, I am always in awe of the miracle of spring, as I drive by farmers’ fields that were brown, plowed dirt just weeks earlier and are now lush with corn or soybeans. What awes me the most is that seeds do not just become bigger and better seeds; they become something quite different from what they were. They are transformed into plants, shrubs and trees. Amazing! From my experience, it is the same with faith. I believe the seed of faith is given to all of us -- ALL of us, without exception. But then it is up to us to plant it, nurture it, feed it and encourage it. We do this by prayer, by studying the Bible and other good books, and by actively seeking the Truth. We do this, and God will find us and transform us … slowly, gradually over time. My point: In seeking that Truth, wherever it leads us, we do not just become better at who we are, but transformed over time (sorry, no bright lights or burning bushes; no pushbutton, instant salvation) into something totally different. We discover a life and a world totally unimaginable to those who just stick the seed of faith in their pockets or shrug, cast it aside and move on. – jri “And I will give them singleness of heart and put a new spirit within them. I will take away their stony, stubborn heart and give them a tender, responsive heart.” -Ezekiel 11:19
I continue to marvel at my friends who seek to prove or disprove the existence of God. Even if they succeed, I hope they understand that proof has nothing in common with belief. The logic of God is not only incomprehensible (I believe He always leaves room for doubt on purpose), but still leaves all the questions unanswered. Faith is about opening your heart and letting in the Truth. So, if you are curious about God, stop struggling and straining; just let Him in. He’ll do the rest. God bless.
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