Roots of Christ

10-7-2009
Roots of Christ

It’s easy to get caught up in the things of this world, and without the proper mindset, the world will consume you. When we allow God to run our lives, and be at the center of every decision we make, the worldly views rest to the side, and we are able to keep things in perspective. Day in and day out I watch Godly men and women fall to their knees as their worldly possessions disappear. It may be a lost job, bankruptcy, or a simply case of living outside of their means. As we dive into the parable of the four souls, ask yourself just how strong your root is in Christ.
Matthew 13:18-23 says:

18"Listen then to what the parable of the sower means: 19When anyone hears the message about the kingdom and does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches away what was sown in his heart. This is the seed sown along the path. 20The one who received the seed that fell on rocky places is the man who hears the word and at once receives it with joy. 21But since he has no root, he lasts only a short time. When trouble or persecution comes because of the word, he quickly falls away. 22The one who received the seed that fell among the thorns is the man who hears the word, but the worries of this life and the deceitfulness of wealth choke it, making it unfruitful. 23But the one who received the seed that fell on good soil is the man who hears the word and understands it. He produces a crop, yielding a hundred, sixty or thirty times what was sown."

When our roots are deep, the things of this world lose value. Sometimes we simply need a reminder of what’s truly important and what’s not. As I write this devotional I’m reminded of the joy and peace we have in Christ!

Application:
1. Read Matthew 13:18-23
2. Let go of the world, and dig deep into your relationship with Christ!