Word for the day by Christian Education Forum
THANK GOD FOR THE INDESCRIBABLE GIFT Luke 13:6-9 Verses of Focus: 8 “‘Sir,’ the man replied, ‘leave it alone for one more year, and I’ll dig around it and fertilize it. 9 If it bears fruit next year, fine! If not, then cut it down.’” I don’t know about you, but one of the most difficult parts of life for me is patience. I ran track in high school and college, and for me going fast is the only way I know. 20 years ago we weren’t using internet and landline phones at the same time, yet now if a massive document or program isn’t downloaded in 30 seconds or less, I am annoyed. Time is short and we cannot afford to waste it, so I would be quick to find another option or method if it meant better results. As we dive into today’s devotion we see how God’s patience with us is both an incredible gift of grace, but also a warning. The passage for today is part of Jesus’ time speaking with a large crowd and the disciples. Jesus has shared many parables in this interaction, and has preache