Monday, July 20, 2026

Scripture

“The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that a man took and sowed in his field.  It’s the smallest of all the seeds, but when grown, it’s taller than the vegetables and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the sky come and nest in its branches.” Matthew 13:31b-32

Reflections

In the kingdom of God, little things matter.

We may not think it’s a big deal to extend a smile or kind words to someone.  But to the person who needs it, it really makes a difference.  We may not think much of it at the time but with God’s Spirit, such acts of love can stir up a person within.  It can capture a person’s attention and prompt them to start thinking.  Over time, they may feel drawn to Christ and his people.

None of us really know what kind of impact we have had on other people.  God may have been able to make use of even the smallest of things we have done in order to draw people to himself.

As followers of Jesus, we need not get too preoccupied with the big stuff of changing the entire world.  It’s not all about us and what we desire to accomplish.  It’s more about God and what he desires to accomplish through us.  On our own, we will not accomplish much.  With God, all things are possible.

In the words of Mother Theresa of Calcutta, “There are no great things in the kingdom of God; only small things done with great love.” 

Prayer

Lord God, thank you for what you can do through me.  Help me to be a sower of small seeds this day.  In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Full Reading: Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52