Our Big Invasive Threats!
"And some fell among thorns, and the
thorns sprang up and choked them."
Matthew 13:7
One afternoon in May 2018, a conservation biologist in the
Pobitora National Park in India was riding his elephant on an
inspection tour when he saw something alarming, the growth
of the “bushy herb with small green leaves and creamy white
flowers.” It’s called congress grass, and it’s a highly
invasive
plant that's damaged ecosystems in many countries around
the world. Park officials worry they won’t be able to stop the
plant from spreading and suffocating the natural plants
that
are fed on by their one-horned rhinos. It’s a constant fight
against time and the invasive plant.
Jesus warned that the worries of life and the deceitfulness
of riches are highly invasive threats to our spiritual health.
When it comes to worry, we must trust Him with our cares
and keep His peace guarding our heart and mind. When it
comes to deceitfulness of wealth, we must give generously
to God’s work, which helps to keep our possessions in
perspective.
To keep your spiritual health strong and vibrant,
avoid earthly distractions that occupy your time
and obscure your vision.
"Our hearts are filled with a vast quantity, and,
as I may say, a thick forest, of thorns… I do not
say to root out, but even to cut down the thorns!"
John Calvin
