Living Out Redemption - Illustration

As we reflect on Hebrews 11:1, which tells us that “faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen,” let’s consider the everyday act of gardening. Imagine a gardener who plants seeds, trusting in the unseen process of growth. Each seed, buried in the dark earth, is a promise waiting to unfold. The gardener tends to the soil, waters the seeds, and patiently waits, knowing that the transformation from seed to sprout is a matter of time and trust.

In our daily lives, we are called to cultivate a similar faith. Just as the gardener humbly acknowledges their dependence on nature, we must recognize our dependence on God’s redemptive work in our lives. When we trust Him with the seeds of our dreams, our fears, and our struggles, we open ourselves to His transformative grace. It can be daunting to believe in what we cannot see, but as we nurture our relationship with God through prayer, scripture, and community, we start to see the fruits of our faith blossom.

This week, I encourage you to identify a “seed” in your life that you have yet to trust God with. Maybe it’s a relationship in need of healing, a decision that weighs heavily on your heart, or a dream that feels out of reach. Bring it before God in humility, trusting that He is at work even when you cannot see it. As you do, remember that redemption is not just a distant promise; it is alive and active in your daily life, waiting to transform your struggle into something beautiful.