Introduction

Greetings, beloved family in Christ. It is indeed a blessing to be gathered here, in this sacred space, under the banner of our Lord's boundless love and mercy. We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here to be nourished by His word, to grow in His grace, and to be strengthened in our faith.

Today, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of a profound and life-changing truth, as we turn the pages of the book of Ecclesiastes, chapter 11, verse 6. The verse reads: "In the morning sow your seed, and in the evening do not withhold your hand; for you do not know which will prosper, either this or that, or whether both alike will be good."

This verse, in its simplicity, holds a profound truth. A truth that calls us to a life of self-sacrifice, a life of persistent faith, and a life anchored in the hope of salvation.

Sacrificing Self for Sowing

When we think about the act of sowing, it's easy to picture a farmer in a field, scattering seeds with a hopeful heart. But there's more to it than that. The farmer doesn't just toss the seeds and walk away. There's a process, a commitment, a sacrifice. The farmer must till the soil, plant the seeds, water them, and wait. It's a labor of love, a surrender of time and energy. It's a sacrifice.

We're called to sow seeds of faith, love, and hope in the fields of our lives. But this sowing isn't a one-time act. It's a daily commitment, a daily surrender, a daily sacrifice. It's about giving of ourselves, our time, our resources, and our energy for the sake of the Kingdom.

But what does this look like in practical terms? How do we live out this call to sacrifice self for sowing?

Firstly, it means being intentional about our spiritual growth. We can't sow seeds if we don't have any. We need to be constantly growing, constantly learning, constantly seeking God. This means spending time in His word, in prayer, and in fellowship with other believers. It means making our relationship with God a priority, even when it's inconvenient or uncomfortable.

Secondly, it means being generous with our resources. God has blessed us with so much, and He calls us to be good stewards of those blessings. This means using our time, our talents, and our treasures to further His Kingdom. It means giving generously to those in need, serving in our local church, and using our gifts and abilities to glorify God.

Thirdly, it means being patient in the process. Just like the farmer who plants seeds and waits for the harvest, we need to be patient in our spiritual sowing. We won't always see immediate results. Sometimes, it will feel like we're sowing in vain. But we need to trust that God is at work, even when we can't see it. We need to keep sowing, keep praying, and keep believing, knowing that in due time, we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.

Lastly, it means being persistent in our faith. The Christian life is not a sprint, it's a marathon. It's not about how quickly we can reach the finish line, but about how faithfully we run the race. This means staying committed to our faith, even when it's hard. Be pressing on, even when we're tired, discouraged, or overwhelmed.

Sustaining Spirit through Seed Sowing

As we continue to consider the wisdom found in Ecclesiastes 11:6, we find ourselves drawn to the idea of sustaining our spirit through the act of seed sowing ... View this full PRO sermon free with PRO