Tilling the Soil of the Heart: Thankfulness

Weekly Overview:

This week we’ll look at a vital spiritual practice to all those seeking to grow in God:tilling the soil of the heart. Jesus spoke inMatthew 13of two different types of soil—hard and soft. God longs for us to till the soil of our hearts that we might be receptive to the seed of his word and bear fruit. May your heart become more responsive to the presence, will, and love of God this week as you cultivate good soil with the help of the Holy Spirit.

Scripture:“Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!”Psalm 107:1

Devotional:Thankfulness is one of the most powerful tools in making our hearts both soft to the seed of God’s word and filled with abundant joy. Thanksgiving aligns our thoughts and emotions with the…