Mark 4:1-20

(Note: This week I feature the early episodes that began this series in early 2021 when we were still in the throes of the Pandemic. Though in places, they may appear dated, they present foundational principles that I have built upon in subsequent episodes.)When I lost almost everything in the events surrounding 9/11, I withdrew into seclusion for three years seeking God on what I was put on earth to do – since "apparently," I missed it.God has such a sense of humor. I missed nothing…and gained everything. What He taught me was a universal Law He set in place thousands of years ago for all the world to learn from.Understanding this Law will speak to your personal calling – which is never too late to find. Moses was 80 when he received his.God is restoring foundational truths we have foolishly misplaced. This is a critical season for personal and societal reformation.**********************NOTE: For the resources mentioned in this episode: Go to my PODCAST PAGE, locate this title and click on it. All the resources are listed in the description notes.**********************

Have you ever witnessed someone growing in their faith and then suddenly there is a horrible spiritual attack? Jesus warned there is an enemy of the harvest—crows that are bent on snatching the seeds scattered in the fields before strong roots can take hold.We may not like to think about it, but Satan is eager to discourage and snatch away believers. In this message, Jill Briscoe encourages all the saints to get in the fight, disciple those around them, and help people grow strong roots in their faith.

It’s easy to see when a garden needs watering. The plant leaves begin to wilt, the ground becomes dry, and cracks appear. And if the plants aren’t tended to, they’re at risk of withering and dying.It’s the same with people who need Jesus. In this message, Jill Briscoe helps us understand what’s at risk and asks us to dedicate ourselves to impacting people in our sphere of influence.

Can an orchid grow in a putrid and smoldering garbage pile? Yes, and it has. That’s the power of life within the seed. And so it is with the Good News. Are you all out for Jesus, scattering news of Him wherever you go, no matter how dirty or unwelcoming the circumstance might be?In this message, Jill Briscoe encourages us to believe that God’s Word will always find good soil. It’s up to us to take advantage of every opportunity so that the fields will be ready for someone to come along and harvest to the glory of God.

Have you ever witnessed someone growing in their faith and then suddenly there is a horrible spiritual attack? Jesus warned there is an enemy of the harvest—crows that are bent on snatching the seeds scattered in the fields before strong roots can take hold. We may not like to think about it, but Satan is eager to discourage and snatch away believers. In this message, Jill Briscoe encourages all the saints to get in the fight, disciple those around them, and help people grow strong roots in their faith.

It’s easy to see when a garden needs watering. The plant leaves begin to wilt, the ground becomes dry, and cracks appear. And if the plants aren’t tended to, they’re at risk of withering and dying. It’s the same with people who need Jesus. In this message, Jill Briscoe helps us understand what’s at risk and asks us to dedicate ourselves to impacting people in our sphere of influence.