Abundant Seeds - Tim Spirk
Abundant Seeds
Pastor Tim Spirk
When God talks about growth, He’s not just talking about individuals—He’s talking about His whole body, the church. Ephesians 4:15–16 paints a picture of what happens when each part of the body is in place, doing its part, and flowing together. It’s like two joints working in perfect sync: when they function as they’re designed, the result is mobility, strength, and effectiveness.
Paul reminds us that when the body of Christ is “fitted and held together” and each part is working properly, something supernatural happens. A lavish supply of divine energy is released, enabling us to fully accomplish the purposes of God. But here’s the truth: you can only bring your part. No one else can supply it for you.
The Generosity of God
In 2 Corinthians 9:7–11, Paul speaks of giving that flows not out of duty, but out of joy. God loves “hilarious generosity,” the kind that springs up from a willing heart. And when we give, God overwhelms us with grace so that we have more than enough—not just for ourselves, but to overflow in every good thing we do.
Paul describes God as the One who supplies “abundant seed for the farmer.” Not only does He provide the seed, but He multiplies it as we sow it, producing a harvest of generosity. The principle is simple: the ground will not yield fruit unless a seed is planted. Generosity is how we plant those seeds.
A Widow’s Seed of Faith
In Luke 21:1–4, Jesus watched as wealthy people gave large sums out of their surplus, putting their giving on display. Then He noticed a widow who dropped in two small coins—the least valuable currency of the day. Yet Jesus said she had given more than all the rest, because she gave everything she had.
Her faith and trust in God spoke louder than any outward show of wealth. While others gave what was easy, she planted a seed of trust that honored God in a way nothing else could.
Planting Our Seeds
Generous living is not about the size of the gift—it’s about the heart behind it. Seeds contain the germ of new fruit, but they only grow when released into the soil. Likewise, our time, resources, and love only multiply when sown in faith.
The invitation of “abundant seeds” is to step into the kind of generosity that aligns with God’s nature. As we plant with joy and trust, He multiplies the harvest—not just for us, but for His Kingdom.
