Devotional: Week 2, Day 4

Psalm 126:5-6

⁵ Those who sow with tears
   will reap with songs of joy.
⁶ Those who go out weeping,
   carrying seed to sow,
will return with songs of joy,
   carrying sheaves with them.


All I have to say is you should really get this devotional book. I'm so tired and I can't even paraphrase right now. Read this and ask God to reveal this passage to you as He sees fit. Actually, that's my prayer for anyone who reads this. 

• what might sowing the seeds of the gospel look like for you?
• What keeps you from sowing with tears - from being emotional about the plight of those without Christ and without hope?
• Keeping in mind the eternal ramifications, is your labor for God done with the same fervor as your earthly work that provides for your daily needs?

Father in heaven, in Your desire that none would perish, Your provide us circumstances and opportunities to sow the seeds of the gospel so your work of salvation can take root in hearts. Forgive me when I have found the sowing too tiring, difficult, or bothersome to follow through. Instead, help me to understand the eternal impact of your invitation for me to sow and to reap. Give me the strength, wisdom, and perseverance to see my labor for you through to completion. Show me someone to labor today. Fill me with the joy of reaping a harvest of souls for Your glory. Amen.