Hosea 10:12
Hosea 10:12
Sow to yourselves in righteousness, reap in mercy; break up your fallow ground: for it is time to seek the Lord, till he come and rain righteousness upon you.
This verse describes the futility of working hard but not reaping the rewards, a scenario that speaks to feelings of scarcity and dissatisfaction. The image of sowing much and harvesting little reflects the frustration of effort without results. This can resonate deeply with the journey of health or personal goals, where we may feel like we are putting in the work but not seeing the outcomes we expect. The pursuit of fulfillment—whether in weight loss, health, or life in general—can sometimes feel like an unending cycle of toil with little to show for it. However, this verse reminds us of the importance of planting in the right soil and working with purpose. Let this verse encourage us to refocus our efforts, trusting that in due time, God will bring about the harvest we desire, provided we remain diligent, patient, and aligned with His will. May we cultivate a spirit of perseverance, knowing that God’s timing is perfect, and He will fulfill the desires of our hearts.
Amos 9:13
Behold, the days are coming, declares the Lord, when the plowman shall overtake the reaper.
Matthew 13:30
Let both grow together until the harvest. At that time I will tell the harvesters: First collect the weeds.
Genesis 3:18
You will eat the plants of the field.
Jeremiah 12:13
They have sown wheat but will reap thorns; they have put themselves to pain but will gain nothing.