Day One Luke 8:7 and Luke 8:14
7 ”Other seed fell among thorns that grew up with it and choked out the tender plants… 14 The seeds that fell among the thorns represent those who hear the message, but all too quickly the message is crowded out by the cares and riches and pleasures of this life. And so they never grow into maturity.” Luke 8:7, 14 (NLT)
Discover
1. What does Jesus say the thorns represent?
2. What thorns do you think you have in your own life?
3. What contributes to those thorns?
Respond
Take a moment and ask God to reveal to you current thorns in your life and potential thorns that could be forming, whether they are related to the worries of this life, the deceitfulness of wealth, the pleasures of life, or something else. Reflect on those thorns. Share with one or two people who can regularly pour into you.
For Further Reading: 3 Ways Worldly Distractions Hinder Your Spiritual Growth
For Families with Kids at Home
What thorns of life do you think your kids are most susceptible to? Worry? The deceitfulness of wealth? Pleasures of life? Spend some time today praying for your kids individually and specifically ask God to help them grow deep roots with Jesus that can mature no matter what thorns come their way.
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