23 min
#52: Parables of Jesus: Small Beginnings, Eternal Impact God-besotted Podcast
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- Christianity
In the parables of the mustard seed and the leaven, Jesus teaches us something totally contrary to the way we tend to think: big works of God often begin small. Kingdom transformation spreads slowly from the inside out, and it’s often hard to see at first. But God does not despise the day of small beginnings (Zechariah 4:10), and neither should we.
Want to study the themes in this passage further? Here are a few reflection questions and passages to consider:
Read Matthew 11:1-6. Why do you think John was unsure about whether Jesus was the Messiah? What was Jesus’ response? What does this tell us about the kingdom of God?
What are a few “small things” you believe God has called you to in this season? How can you be faithful in these things this week?
How have you seen God work through small things in your life or in someone else’s life? How does this encourage you to continue seeking first the kingdom of God? Consider writing down a prayer to confess when you have despised the “day of small things [or beginnings]” and commit to honoring God and trusting His plan for your life.
Follow @godbesotted on Instagram or the God-besotted Podcast on Facebook for more encouraging content.
In the parables of the mustard seed and the leaven, Jesus teaches us something totally contrary to the way we tend to think: big works of God often begin small. Kingdom transformation spreads slowly from the inside out, and it’s often hard to see at first. But God does not despise the day of small beginnings (Zechariah 4:10), and neither should we.
Want to study the themes in this passage further? Here are a few reflection questions and passages to consider:
Read Matthew 11:1-6. Why do you think John was unsure about whether Jesus was the Messiah? What was Jesus’ response? What does this tell us about the kingdom of God?
What are a few “small things” you believe God has called you to in this season? How can you be faithful in these things this week?
How have you seen God work through small things in your life or in someone else’s life? How does this encourage you to continue seeking first the kingdom of God? Consider writing down a prayer to confess when you have despised the “day of small things [or beginnings]” and commit to honoring God and trusting His plan for your life.
Follow @godbesotted on Instagram or the God-besotted Podcast on Facebook for more encouraging content.
23 min