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The principle of sowing and reaping is deeply rooted in the Bible and applies to both material and spiritual matters. Below are scriptures that affirm the practice of sowing seed, including those from the New Testament, to help address doubts about this principle in the church: --- **Old Testament Scriptures** 1. **Genesis 8:22** *"As long as the earth endures, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night will never cease."* - This verse establishes the principle of sowing and reaping as a divine law of nature and spiritual practice. 2. **Proverbs 11:24-25** *"One person gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds unduly, but comes to poverty. A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed."* - It highlights the blessings tied to generosity, which parallels the concept of sowing seeds and reaping abundance. 3. **Malachi 3:10** *"Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this," says the LORD Almighty, "and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it."* - While this speaks specifically about tithing, it reflects God's faithfulness to bless those who give. --- ### **New Testament Scriptures** 1. **Luke 6:38** *"Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you."* - Jesus emphasizes the principle of giving and receiving, which is a key aspect of sowing and reaping. 2. **2 Corinthians 9:6-8** *"Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work."* - Paul directly ties sowing (giving) to reaping blessings and encourages generosity in the church. 3. **Galatians 6:7-9** *"Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up."* - Paul explains the spiritual law of sowing and reaping, applying it to both physical and spiritual actions. 4. **Philippians 4:15-19** *"Moreover, as you Philippians know, in the early days of your acquaintance with the gospel, when I set out from Macedonia, not one church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving, except you only... Not that I desire your gifts; what I desire is that more be credited to your account... And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus."* - Paul acknowledges the Philippians' generosity and connects it to God's provision, showing how giving leads to blessings. 5. **Mark 4:3-8 (Parable of the Sower)** Jesus uses the metaphor of sowing seeds to teach spiritual truths. While the primary focus is on the Word of God, it reflects the broader principle that what is sown determines the harvest. --- ### **Conclusion** The Bible clearly supports the practice of sowing seeds, both as a spiritual and practical principle. Generosity, in giving to God’s work or to others, is rewarded by God. Encourage those doubting this practice to see it as a biblical principle of faith, trust, and partnership with God in advancing His Kingdom. However, it should always be done with a willing heart, as emphasized in 2 Corinthians 9:7. 2 Timothy 2:15 KJV. Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. #Prophet_Matthew_Israel