“Pray for them” I texted back.
“I will, but it does drive me crazy,” she texted back.
Then the Lord inspired me with this: “Sell or Seed,” I texted.

What is your meaning behind the words sell or seed, Lord?
There are two ways to dispose of the things we do not need any longer. First, we could sell the item. One item (pews) for a single profit (money received) -This way usually takes minimal effort and is safe. You know when and where your supply will come and how much you will receive. There is nothing wrong with this method of disposal.
After writing this first part, the Holy Spirit led me to study the 9th chapter of II Corinthians. In II Corinthians 9:6-8, I found the other way.
6 Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. 7 Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 8 And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.

Why does God inspire us to plant a seed instead of just sell our possessions?
God is looking for four attributes:
1. Cheerful people –who give from the heart of love and not begrudgingly because they had to compromise.
2. Obedient people -who are willing to risk to grow their faith.
3. Patient people -who are willing to wait on God’s perfect time for their abundant return
4. Declaring people -who will proclaim their victory stories of His faithfulness without fear.

As the end result of your generous seed, not only are the prayers of the saints answered but the fruits of your righteousness will have grown in a wealth of benevolence and encouragement too.
Do you have things you need to dispose of?

"Declaring people -who will proclaim their victory stories of His faithfulness without fear. " Love this! Thank you for these timely words. Blessings.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by. I am so glad you were touch. I really like to call them "Glory Stories" but victory sense to be a better explanation. Blessing on you as you seek to serve Him.
DeleteI remember this story and your encouragement that day. You're exactly right that's it's better to sow a seed than to make a sale. You're such a source of encouragement to me and so many others. Love ya, sweet friend!
ReplyDeleteI just took you and Cathy's encouragement to make me think and go with it. How many writers does it take to author a story? One writer and a bunch of encouragers....lol! Blessings on you!
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