DEVOTION ~ PLENTIFUL HARVEST

Theme: Plentiful Harvest

Text: John 12:23&24

23 But Jesus answered them, saying, “The hour has come that the Son of Man should be glorified. 24 Most assuredly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it produces much grain. 

In our text for study today, Jesus reveals a profound truth about life and sacrifice. He says, "The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified." This isn’t just about His impending crucifixion; it’s a powerful metaphor for transformation. He compares His life to a grain of wheat that must fall to the ground and die to produce much fruit. This illustrates a fundamental principle: proper growth often requires letting go. 

When we cling to our comforts and fears, we miss out on the potential for something greater. Jesus invites us to embrace change, to understand that our struggles can lead to new beginnings. It’s a call to live selflessly, to invest in others, and in doing so, we find our true purpose. In essence, to truly live, we must be willing to die to our old selves. This is the paradox of faith: we gain so much more through loss. Do you desire a plentiful harvest? Let go so that you can grow. 

Let us Pray: Almighty God, teach my heart to accept change and transformation. Please help me increase on all sides. This I ask in the Name of Jesus Christ. AMEN!