OUR EFFORTS ARE EVERLASTING SEEDS They’ll Never Go Unnoticed Not long ago, a circa two-thousand-year-old seed was discovered — one at Masada (a fortress), and others in the Qumran Caves (a cave region). These seeds, having survived two millennia, were found to still be viable — a remarkable demonstration of seed longevity under preserved conditions. When subjected to the right conditions, the seeds sprouted. The seed from Masada produced a male date palm (which did not bear fruit), while other ancient seeds from the Qumran region later produced female trees that yielded edible fruit. This is deeply revelatory of the power of a seed — whether as a thought, deed, or action. These inputs never go unnoticed. They may lie dormant, but they sprout when the time is right. Indeed, God cannot be mocked — whatever a man sows, that he will also reap (Galatians 6:7). My dear, I encourage you: press on in that deed and action. Commit yourself fully to the business and ministry you are involve...
YOU’RE WORTH EVERY GOOD EXPERIENCE Never Belittle Yourself, Ever You have a choice in enjoying the blessings of God. The Lord will not force His goodness upon your life—you must be willing to open your heart to new experiences, irrespective of past outcomes. Be fully persuaded that there is a better life in Christ. In 2 Samuel 19, David desired to show kindness to Barzillai in his old age, inviting him to come and be sustained at the king’s table. But Barzillai declined, not out of dishonor, but because he felt limited by age and no longer able to fully enjoy such privileges (2 Samuel 19:35–37). Though his decision was personal, he saw himself as a burden in the face of opportunity. His perspective was faulty and by that, He missed a good opportunity. This reveals something profound: sometimes, what is meant to bless us can be declined because of how we see ourselves or what we believe we can handle or enjoy. My dear, nothing is too good for you. You are worth every brand-n...