07/05/2026
“God’s patience does not just protect the immature wheat, but it allows the wheat to be tested and produce something that a weed-free field cannot. The kingdom of God advances not in safe space, but in contested space.” - janice
This week, Janice shared on the Parable of the Weeds in Matthew 13:24-30, which explores what it looks like for both good (the wheat) and evil (the weeds) to grow side by side. The parable teaches us that while the enemy may sow, God is the one who is ultimately in charge of the harvest.
We also learn that God is a patient sower, and allows both the wheat and the weeds to coexist at the same time so the wheat is strengthened. It’s only when we are faced with difficult situations that virtues like courage, compassion and faithfulness are formed in us.
As wheat, may we first be faithful by keeping an eye on ourselves, as the danger is not the weeds growing next to us, but in us. May we receive the patience of God, trusting in His timing, and allow His mercy to work in us.
Listen to Janice’s full sermon, available on both our YouTube and Spotify podcast pages.