Faith and Farming

It has been said that “Farming ain’t for Sissies.” The same can be said about Christianity! Both share a common denominator, FAITH. The dictionary defines faith as putting complete trust or confidence in something or someone. For Christians this simply means yielding to God with an unwavering belief that God is who He says He is and that He is in control!

Farming is full of uncertainties… weather, pests, and market fluctuations to name just a few. Talk about stress! Farmers can carry a huge burden if they don’t put it all into the proper prospective. Two words come to mind on this thought, “Motive and Attitude.” In short, what motivates you to “Cease the Day,” in good times and bad. What is your
attitude in accomplishing the task before you?

The Bible says in the Book of Psalms, Chapter 28 verse 7, “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy and with my song I praise Him.”

In farming and life, I have learned valuable lessons that lighten burdens and uncertainty. At the core is FAITH that God is who He says He is. He loves us and wants to wrap His arms around us. He wants to enjoy a personal relationship with you and me. Just come as you are!

Let me close with a word of advice from an old farmer that has been around long enough to learn a few things; Know God, Believe God, Be Prepared, Be Diligent, Be Persistent, Trust God- Leave the outcome to Him, Honor and praise Him no matter the results, Rest in His Grace.