2 Bakorinta 4 - KBTP & CEVUS06

Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.

The season of harvest is a time of gratitude, reflection, and abundance. For farmers, it signifies the end of a season of hard work, when crops are gathered, and the fruits of labor are celebrated. Spiritually, it reminds us of God’s faithfulness and the importance of sowing seeds of righteousness in our lives. The Bible speaks of harvest not just as an agricultural event but as a symbol of spiritual growth, provision, and God’s blessings.

Here are seven Bible verses that reflect the beauty, meaning, and significance of harvest time:

1. Galatians 6:9
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”

Just as the harvest comes after a season of hard labor, our spiritual harvest will come if we remain steadfast in our efforts to live righteously. God’s timing is perfect, and we must trust that our diligence will bear fruit.

2. Matthew 9:37-38
“Then he said to his disciples, ‘The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.’”

Here, Jesus calls on us to be workers in this field, sharing the good news of salvation and helping to bring others into the kingdom of God. Harvest time is not just about receiving but also giving — sharing God’s love with the world.

3. Psalm 126:5-6
“Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy. Those who go out weeping, carrying seed to sow, will return with songs of joy, carrying sheaves with them.”

We may endure seasons of sorrow, but God promises that those who faithfully sow, even through hardship, will one day reap a harvest of joy. There is hope in the midst of trials, and the harvest will be a time of celebration.

4. Proverbs 10:5
“He who gathers crops in summer is a prudent son, but he who sleeps during harvest is a disgraceful son.”

Just as a farmer must be attentive during the harvest to gather his crops, we must be alert and ready to seize the spiritual opportunities that God places before us. Laziness and neglect lead to missed blessings, but diligence ensures that we reap the benefits of our labor.

5. 2 Corinthians 9:10
“Now he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness.”

God is the provider of all things, and He ensures that those who sow will have what they need to reap a harvest. Not only does He provide materially, but He also increases the harvest of righteousness in our lives, enabling us to grow in character, faith, and good works. Our trust in God’s provision is important to experiencing His abundance.

6. James 3:18
“Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness.”

When we sow seeds of peace and righteousness, we reap a harvest of goodness and integrity. Just as the farmer carefully chooses what to plant, we must be mindful of the seeds we sow in our relationships and daily actions.

7. John 4:35
“Don’t you have a saying, ‘It’s still four months until harvest’? I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest.”

The time for action is now, not later. The fields are ripe, and God is calling us to step into His work, sharing His love and truth with those who are ready to receive it. There is an urgency in the harvest, and we are called to respond.

Conclusion

Harvest time is a powerful reminder of God’s faithfulness and the spiritual principles of sowing and reaping. Whether we are harvesting crops or gathering the fruits of our spiritual labor, we are called to trust in God’s provision and timing. As we reflect on these Bible verses, may we be inspired to continue sowing seeds of righteousness, peace, and faithfulness, knowing that in due season, we will reap a bountiful harvest.

Fumwa ye tjimeya mu hali dze ntapkhwi

1 Ndizo atitonyalamoyo, ngobe Ndzimu nge ngoni dzawo wakatipa kushingila ikoku. 2 Takalambana ne zila dzakasumbikala dzinobhatisa shoni, atitoshinga nge bupitipiti, kene kuli kutjinya dama le Ndzimu, koga nge kuleba malebeswa a patjena kuzwilakidza kumwe ne kumwe kuti togalikabgwe mbeli kwe Ndzimu. 3 Ha ndebo mbuya yatinosumikila yakasumbikala, yakasumbikalila ibabo banoloba koga. 4 Nge kwabo ndzimu we shango ino, iye Satani wakapofupadza mikumbulo ye basingagalemoyo kuti basibone tjedza tje ndebo mbuya ye kupenya kwa Kirisiti, iye mbumbiko ye Ndzimu. 5 Ngobe atitozwisumikila iswi, koga tosumikila Jesu Kirisiti ali She, koga iswi tili balanda benyu ngekwa Jesu. 6 Ngobe Ndzimu ndiwo wakati, “Tjedza ngatjipenye kudwa mu zhalima” Ndiwozwawo wakathama kuti tjedza tjawo tjipenye mu mimoyo yedu kutipa zibo ye kupenya kwe Ndzimu mu buso gwa Kirisiti.

7 Koga tina fumwa iyeyi mu majegwa, kulakidza kuti simba gulu lodwa ku Ndzimu, alitodwa ku tili. 8 Iswi togwadzisiwa nge zila dzose, koga atitokundiwa, mimwe misi todudumwa, koga tikasinyalemoyo, 9 Todziyidziwa, koga Ndzimu autotisiya, mimwe misi tolobgwa tikawila pasi koga tikasife. 10 Misi yose takasenga lufu gwa Jesu mu mibili yedu, kuti ndizo butjilo gwa Jesu gubonekebo mu mibili yedu. 11 Ngobe atitjatjila, togala takalingisana ne lufu tibulayigwa Jesu, kuti ndizo butjilo gwa Jesu gubonekebo mu mibili yedu inobola. 12 Ndizo wali lufu goshinga mutili, koga butjilo goshinga mu muli.

13 Setina meya iyo zwayo ye kugalamoyo sa iye akakwala eti, “Ndakagalamoyo, ndizo alebeleka,” naswibo togalamoyo, ndizo tolebeleka, 14 tiziba kuti iwo wakamusa She Jesu mu bafi unowotimusabo na Jesu kakale ukatizhisa namwi paulipo. 15 Ikoku kose kobuzila imwi, kuti ndizo ngoni dze Ndzimu dzinodwilila dzitjidza bathu banjinji dzipaphidze mitembezelo ye kuboka ne kukudza Ndzimu.

Kutjila nge kugalamoyo

16 Ndizo atitonyalamoyo. Nenguba mbumbiko yedu ya kuzhe itjinyika, mbumbiko yedu ya mukati inobumbiwa butshwa zhuba limwe ne limwe. 17 Ngobe kudziyila ikoku kwe tjibaka tjifutshwanana kotilulwamisila gudzo gulu lisingapele lisina tjalingafananidziwa natjo. 18 Ngobe atitolinga zwinobong'wa, koga tolinga zwisingabong'we; ngobe zwinobong'wa zopinda, koga zwisingabong'we zogalila tjose.

Treasure in Clay Jars

1 God has been kind enough to trust us with this work. This is why we never give up. 2 We don't do shameful things that must be kept secret. And we don't try to fool anyone or twist God's message around. God is our witness that we speak only the truth, so others will be sure we can be trusted. 3 If there is anything hidden about our message, it is hidden only to someone who is lost.

4 The god who rules this world has blinded the minds of unbelievers. They cannot see the light, which is the good news about our glorious Christ, who shows what God is like. 5 We are not preaching about ourselves. Our message is that Jesus Christ is Lord. He also sent us to be your servants. 6 The Scriptures say, “God commanded light to shine in the dark.” Now God is shining in our hearts to let you know that his glory is seen in Jesus Christ.

7 We are like clay jars in which this treasure is stored. The real power comes from God and not from us. 8 We often suffer, but we are never crushed. Even when we don't know what to do, we never give up. 9 In times of trouble, God is with us, and when we are knocked down, we get up again. 10-11 We face death every day because of Jesus. Our bodies show what his death was like, so his life can also be seen in us. 12 This means that death is working in us, but life is working in you.

13 In the Scriptures it says, “I spoke because I had faith.” We have this same kind of faith. So we speak 14 because we know that God raised the Lord Jesus to life. And just as God raised Jesus, he will also raise us to life. Then he will bring us into his presence together with you. 15 All of this has been done for you, so more and more people will know how kind God is and will praise and honor him.

Faith in the Lord

16 We never give up. Our bodies are gradually dying, but we ourselves are being made stronger each day. 17 These little troubles are getting us ready for an eternal glory that will make all our troubles seem like nothing. 18 Things that are seen don't last forever, but things that are not seen are eternal. This is why we keep our minds on the things that cannot be seen.