“And other some fell upon good ground; and being sprung up, yielded fruit a hundredfold. Saying these things, he cried out: He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.” (Luke 8:8)
This Gospel passage presents us with the beautiful parable of the seed that falls on good ground. In this parable, Jesus speaks to us about the reality of God’s Word and its power to transform our lives. He invites us to reflect upon the disposition of our hearts as we receive His Word, for it is the fertile ground of our souls that determines the fruitfulness of our lives.
Just as a farmer sows seeds in various types of soil, our Lord sows the seeds of His Word in the soil of our hearts. The outcome, however, depends on the condition of the soil. The seed that falls on good ground represents the heart that is open, receptive, and ready to receive God’s Word with faith and obedience. What does it mean to have good soil in the context of our spiritual lives? Good soil is characterised by humility, docility, and a sincere desire for conversion. It is a heart that is free from the entanglements of worldly distractions and the allure of sin. It is a heart that longs for intimacy with God and is willing to surrender to His will.
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