11th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Mark 4:26-34
Today Jesus is once again talking about the kingdom of God. Today he describes God’s kingdom in a unique way. He tells his disciples that the kingdom of God is like a man who scattered his seeds in his fields. Then the farmer would go about his daily chores, trusting that the seed would grow of its own accord. The farmer is not overly concerned about the seeds knowing what to do. The farmer knows that the seeds will do what is natural for them: they will sprout and grow. When the crop is fully grown, the farmer harvests the crop.
In this parable, Jesus compares the farmer’s and his seed to God’s kingdom. He tells his listeners that the kingdom of God works in a similar manner. The kingdom of God is like the tiny mustard seed that is planted in the earth. It is the smallest of seeds, yet when the plant is fully grown, it is one of the largest plants on earth!
Do we see ourselves as one of God’s “mustard seeds?” We also are creatures that God created. And if God created the tiny mustard seed to provide food and shelter for the birds to spread life, we also are to share our gifts with the people and the world around us. Now ask yourself: what is the “fruit” that you are bearing? What are the gifts that you share in your world? Can you name them? If not, you might risk asking someone you trust what gifts they see you sharing.
Today be mindful of the ways that you strive to share life with the people you encounter throughout your day. Who knows? One of them may be a “mustard seed” that produces more than we could ever imagine. And may we look for the “fruits” of other’s mustard seeds. It may be an abundant and fruitful day in multiple ways! Celebrate God’s goodness to us!
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