The Bible teaches us that our actions have consequences, and this applies to our lives as spirit beings. As believers, we need to understand the concept of sowing in the Spirit and how it can affect our journey in eternal life, especially here on Earth. Today, I want to cover the meanings of the phrase “sow in the Spirit.”
Drawing Closer to God
Sowing in the Spirit means developing a deeper relationship with God. That involves, having a personal and meaningful connection with the Divine God consistently. Scripture supports this truth in James 4:8a (NKJV), which says,
[8] “Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.”
When we draw near to God, He will draw near to us. And to achieve this, we should engage in spiritual exercises in Christ that will help us connect to Him. Be like David, who sought God (see Psalm 41:1-2) even though he was a busy king.
Spiritual Growth through spiritual disciplines
Sowing in the Spirit also involves spiritual practices like prayer, fasting, and studying the Bible.
Prayer, as emphasized in Matthew 6:6, is a personal conversation with God, not a show for others. Fasting, as shown in Matthew 6:17-18, can break chains and lead to spiritual renewal. The study of God’s Word, highlighted in Psalm 119:105, guides us on our spiritual journey.
Engaging in these practices helps you grow spiritually. They strengthen your foundation and enable you to bear much spiritual fruit, just as Psalm 1:3 describes a tree planted by streams of water that bears fruit in its season.
The End Result – Eternal Life
Sowing in the Spirit, as Galatians 6:8 reminds us, leads to the promise of eternal life. Believers who invest in their spiritual growth and relationship with God find themselves more fulfilled and impactful, especially in God’s kingdom.
On the other hand, those who prioritize worldly pursuits and desires over their spiritual well-being find themselves reaping only temporary and fleeting rewards. Galatians 6:8 reinforces this distinction: those who focus on pleasing the flesh will reap destruction, while those who focus on pleasing the Spirit will reap eternal life.
As believers, we are encouraged to set our minds on heavenly matters, as Colossians 3:2 suggests. By doing so and sowing in the Spirit, we build a legacy that goes beyond our earthly existence, impacting God’s kingdom and securing our place in eternity.
Stay blessed!
