Mustard Seed

Today in church, our sermon was from the Mustard Seed parable. It’s one of my favorite verses:

“He replied, ‘Because you have so little faith. I will tell you the truth, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.” Mathew 17:20

This verse has always gotten me through some rough times. The pastor today talked about faith, and about how much faith it actually takes to accomplish things. It’s not about big faith or small faith, it’s just about faith. Faith in the one living God who is merciful and loving. That’s all we need in this life.

I didn’t realize how much this would have an impact on me today, especially before church even started. Walking in the courtyard before service, the tables were out with sign-ups for the various events going on at church. I knew that I had to sign up for Disciple U which is starting this week, but I was surprised more at what I did sign up to do. Our church just started a new ministry program. Something we have always done, but it was never organized. It’s called Helping Hands. Basically, it’s helping our fellow church members in times of need, whether it is a ride, a meal or someone to pray with. Without even hesitating, I put my name down to help with meals and transportation. Why did I do something that is a little out of character for me? Not sure, but I know it was God who pushed me to put my name down.

All in all, faith is what pushed me today. Faith, that what I was doing, and God has my back. Besides, it’s helping people, which I like doing. Hopefully, I do have enough faith to move mountains…