“While a large crowd was gathering and people were coming to Jesus from town after town, he told this parable: “A farmer went out to sow his seed. As he was scattering the seed, some fell along the path; it was trampled on, and the birds ate it up.  Some fell on rocky ground, and when it came up, the plants withered because they had no moisture.  Other seed fell among thorns, which grew up with it and choked the plants.  Still other seed fell on good soil. It came up and yielded a crop, a hundred times more than was sown.” (Luke 8:4-8)

     Jesus goes on to explain to his disciples the meaning of this parable.  The major factor in this parable is the condition of the soil, which we could equate to the heart of a person.  If your heart is one that is sincere regarding your faith in Christ, you will prosper in your faith, even when circumstances cause pain and grief.  Many of us know the number of troubles we face, yet it is quite possible for our faith in God to remain intact. 

     Paul tells us in Philippians 4:7 “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Peace within is what we need.  With God’s help, we can know that kind of peace.

Prayer: Dear Lord, I give my problems to you, knowing that you will help me deal with each and every one of them.  Thank you for the peace you gave me.  In Jesus’ name, Amen.