2 Corinthians 9:6: But this I say: He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.
The principle of increase: we reap in measure as we sow. This principle needs little explanation, because we see it operating in everyday life. The farmer who sows much seed will have a better chance for a bigger harvest. The investor who puts a large sum of money in the bank will certainly collect more dividends. The more we invest in the work of the Lord, the more “fruit” will abound to our account.
Whenever we are tempted to forget this principle, we need to remind ourselves that God was unsparing in His giving. “He that spared not His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all, how shall He not with Him also freely give us all things?” (Rom. 8:32) In both nature and grace, God is a generous Giver; and he who would be godly must follow the divine example. 1
Personal Application
- Read Philippians 4:17. What is this fruit that abounds to your account?
Godly Encouragement
- And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus. –Philippians 4:19
A Biblical Thought to Share with Others
If you’re not reaping much, you’re probably not sowing much. – TWEET IT
A Prayer to Consider
Lord, thank You for creating this principle in Your creation from day one to today.
1. Wiersbe, W. W. (1996). The Bible exposition commentary. Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
