SEEDS
For you have been born again, not of perishable seed, but of imperishable...
1 Peter 1:23
Engage in Wonder
Do you think God envisioned each grown plant before creating its seed?
In planting a seed, what is our job? What is God's job? What is required for a seed to grow? How do those requirements illustrate Jesus?
Why do you think God made the cycle of planting to harvest such a long time of waiting?
Why do you think God created seeds to be planted in soil? What is good soil made of?
In the Messianic Psalm 22:6, Jesus is referred to as a “worm not a man” and scorned by men. All of creation illustrates God’s glory. How does a worm affect soil?
Comparing soil to our hearts, what condition do you think God wants our heart in before he can plant his imperishable seed?
The Hebrew word for “seeds” can mean for a plant or offspring. Think about Jesus’ life, specifically, his birth and death. Why do you think he came to earth as a baby? Where was he buried before his resurrection? (John 19:41)
How do seeds illustrate God's story?
Print the complete Bible Study that is perfect for discussion with your home fellowship group or family.
--- Activities to awaken your child-like imagination ---
blueprints
Briefly sketch or jot down ideas for another object that could have been included in God's story, that is buried under ground and changes form in some way.
creation
Using a creative artform of your choice, use your blueprints to showcase your imaginative design and the way it could have appeared in God's story.
testimony
Reflect on the details of your childhood or of someone you know (personality, talents, interests), that you can now identify as gifting/calling that God planted even before knowing they were there.
storytelling
Using your reflections as the inspiration, showcase your testimony using any storytelling style you prefer. Optionally, include your blueprint design as a feature within your tale.
