The Kingdom | Recklessly Scattered (Matthew 13)

We've realized that the kingdom is something incredible and more valuable than anything we could ever own.  It is ours freely through repentance. We are part of the kingdom because we have been forgiven and we can extend forgiveness.  God's gracious invitation to a celebration is so good, and yet when we speak about it to others it can be met with confusion, question, anger, and rejection.  Why?  The effects of sin go down deep into the soil of our hearts.  We must rely on the Holy Spirit to cultivate hearts to be prepared for the gospel, so that God's powerful message can take root.  Yet, though it may be misunderstood, or questions, or rejected, our King still calls us to recklessly scatter his words and promises.  The harvest will be plentiful, and we can celebrate with him again.