In a parable, Jesus describes the planting of seeds, and while science explains the process by which they grow, there's still an element of mystery as to how they emerge, perhaps because it generally happens underground.
Even more wondrous is how a tiny mustard seed can become a large plant.
God invites us to participate in the work of the Kingdom, to open ourselves to His power at work in us, to walk by faith, and not by sight.
We strive to do good deeds in cooperation with His grace so that His Kingdom flourishes in us. We do our part, and then behold the element of mystery by which the Kingdom blooms. Indeed, we may not fully understand it, but seeing through the eyes of faith, we recognize the awesome nature of God's power to spread His reign.
It is marvelous to think of how our fathers sow many seeds in their children that something wonderful emerges. Or in this season of ordinations, we think of how our priests strive so much to advance the Kingdom by leading us to encounters with God. I even think about my work as a catechist, pondering the potential of my students and what wonders of faith will emerge from the encounters with God they have in class.
Indeed, we have the ability to experience greatness as align ourselves to God's divine power, for His glory.
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