Now he that ministereth seed to the sower both minister bread for your food, and multiply your seed sown, and increase the fruits of your righteousness. — 2 Corinthians 9:10 KJV
Now he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness. — 2 Corinthians 9:10 NIV
Today's Verse Reflection
This verse challenges us to reflect on how we are using the resources God has entrusted to us. Are we holding onto them tightly, fearful of scarcity, or are we freely sowing them in the service of others, trusting that God will not only provide for our needs but also enrich our lives in ways beyond material measure?
It encourages a posture of openness and generosity, grounded in faith that God is at work in the world, and through our small acts of kindness and giving, we can be co-laborers in bringing about a harvest of righteousness. It’s a call to move away from a mindset of scarcity and into one of abundance, rooted in the belief that when we give from what we have, we participate in something much larger than ourselves, contributing to the unfolding of God’s kingdom here on earth.
My Prayer
Heavenly Father, in this act of giving and sowing, remind me that it is not for my glory but for Yours. May the harvest of righteousness that comes forth be a testimony to Your goodness and grace. Teach me to live in a posture of open-handed generosity, confident that You will not only provide for my needs but will also enrich my life in ways that transcend material wealth.
In times of doubt or scarcity, remind me of Your faithfulness and Your promise to supply and increase. Help me to remain steadfast in the belief that what is sown in faith in accordance with Your will, will indeed yield a rich harvest of righteousness and peace.
Thank You, Lord, for Your unending love and provision. I offer this prayer in the precious name of Jesus, Amen.