A wicked person earns deceptive wages,
but the one who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward. (Proverbs 11:18)
The full quality of life—not just the possession of life—is in full view in this proverb. Ross writes, “Since life and death result from moral choices, righteousness must be pursued.”
Sowing for righteousness is deeper than sowing for any kind of financial or material blessing. Sowing for righteousness produces a harvest of righteousness. But it must be chosen; it won’t just happen. There is an intentionality inherent in the proverb. James gives us a specific example: “Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness.” (James 3:18)
How might God be leading you to intentionally sow as a peacemaker or a truth-teller or a covenant keeper today? Ask God to give you eyes to see and ears to hear and courage to take an intentional step toward righteousness today.
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