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SEEDTIME AND HARVEST

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“As long as the earth endures, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night will never cease.”    Genesis 8:22 NIV

 

In this verse, God establishes a covenant with all of humanity and assures us of the ongoing cycles of nature. It carries a message of stability, order and God’s faithfulness. It assures us that as long as the earth remains, certain regular patterns will continue, displaying God’s constancy, reliability and His commitment to sustaining the natural order He has established. The continuity of “seedtime and harvest” signifies the ongoing process of sowing seeds, cultivating crops and reaping the harvest. This not only provides for our physical needs but also symbolizes the principles of diligence, stewardship and provision. The persistence of seasons reminds us that the changing seasons are part of God’s design and that they serve a purpose in the rhythm of life. Each season brings unique challenges and blessings, contributing to the overall harmony and balance of creation. The constancy of day and night affirms the perpetual cycle of day and night. This rhythm not only influences natural phenomena but also shapes our daily lives, providing opportunities for rest, work and reflection. Let us find comfort and reassurance in the steadfastness of God’s promises. It encourages us to trust in His faithfulness, knowing that He upholds the world and its cycles. It also reminds us of our role as stewards of creation, with the responsibility to care for and nurture the earth in harmony with God’s design. As we navigate the changing seasons, both in nature and in our personal lives, may we find strength and hope in the unchanging character of our faithful God.

 

PRAYER THOUGHT

Lord, thank You for Your faithfulness and stability in our lives.

 

PRAYER FOR TODAY

Lord, we find comfort and reassurance in the steadfastness of Your promises. We are encouraged to trust in Your faithfulness, knowing that You uphold the world and its cycles. AMEN

 

I.B.R.A. Readings

Matthew 20:29-34

 

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