‭‭James‬ ‭1‬:‭4‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.

There are many preparation steps in harvesting tobacco before the plants have matured. First, the seeds are planted in beds so they are protected from the elements. In the beds, they will hopefully sprout and grow strong. Once matured they are cut and tied together in bundles.

Today’s key verse reminds us we are never fully mature. Just like crops, we can grow daily. A Christian life doesn’t mean we will be protected from the elements, but with God, we can persevere and grow through life’s challenges.

When I think of harvest, it is easy for me to see the result and not the hard work and production behind the result. I had the pleasure of asking a few friends and family about what harvest means to them. I will share their thoughts with you throughout the remaining week.

Let’s pray. Dear God, Thank You for making me complete. I desire to grow and mature wherever You plant me. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.