“That which you sow does not come to life unless it dies.” (1 Corinthians 15:36)
A farmer sacrifices a portion of his seed in order to have a crop next year. Some of the corn, the wheat, the barley, or the rye must be returned to the soil, and that seed must die in order for next year’s crop to happen. We must lose this year’s seed to ensure the future.
Paul reminds us that your life here is a seed that must be sown. Our bodies must enter the grave, be buried in the soil, and only then are they ready for an eternal resurrection. We must lose our lives here to ensure our eternal future.
Jesus put it this way, “For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will find it.” (Matthew 16:25)
Are you sowing your life for the future? Or are you wasting the seed of your soul on the temporary crop of today? Your life isn’t meant to be enjoyed yet; it is meant to be invested.
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Today’s Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:35-49
Questions to ask:
- How is Paul feeling as he writes today’s passage? What is his mood?
- What are the central themes in Paul’s preaching and teaching which are being emphasized, or how are the central themes in this epistle being emphasized in today’s reading?
- How does our reading show Paul’s people skills, especially how he handles conflict?
- What in this passage would change the lives of the believer(s) being addressed? How does it make me a better disciple?
- How does this show the “good news” of the gospel? How can I share that with someone else?
This year, #Biblebites are following the life and writings of Paul. If you would like a copy of the reading schedule, you can view it here: https://eastlandchristians.org/news-events/2023-vision