We hear a very short two-verse reading from the prophet Isaiah today. We hear from Isaiah a lot in the seasons of Lent and Advent, since Isaiah’s prophecies often foreshadow events that will later occur in Jesus’ life. Many of the regions of the state of Mississippi have rich farmland, especially the Delta. So, the analogy in Isaiah can resonate with us here in Mississippi, about how the snow and the rain hit the soil so that seeds and grains will burst forth in the fields, producing bread for those who are hungry. God’s word is supposed to do the same in our lives. It is not supposed to return to God with empty promises, but rather to accomplish the purposes for which he sent it to earth.
What purpose does God have for us this Lent? How is God calling out to us during this holy season? What seeds are being planted in our lives? Just as we are hoping for a good planting season and harvest for our farmers this spring in Mississippi, we are hoping for a good Lenten season for us that will produce a bountiful harvest in our own lives.
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