The Spiritual Practice of Weeding

Evening Meditation

Weeds are an inevitable part of every garden, and the same is true of our spiritual lives. In tonight’s thoughtful reflection, Sophia Bricker shares how Jesus’ parable of the sower reminds us to tend the soil of our hearts so that God’s Word can take root and flourish.

Drawing from Matthew 13:22, Sophia writes:

“The seed falling among the thorns refers to someone who hears the word, but the worries of this life and the deceitfulness of wealth choke the word, making it unfruitful.”

She invites us to see spiritual weeding as a regular practice—pulling out the thoughts, attitudes, and habits that crowd out our faith. Like the sedum plant in her childhood garden, which was overtaken by weeds, our spiritual lives can be stunted when worries, distractions, and worldly pursuits entangle our hearts.

But God calls us to something better: a life of contentment and trust, rooted in His love and devoted to His kingdom. This episode is a gentle reminder to clear away the weeds—so we can become fruitful disciples, ready to receive and share the life-giving Word of God.

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🧭 Main Takeaways

• Learn that worries and the pursuit of wealth can crowd out God’s Word, stunting your spiritual growth.

• Understand the need to actively practice spiritual weeding, removing anything that entangles your heart.

• Discover how contentment and trust in God create fertile soil for faith to grow and flourish.

• Be encouraged that, like a well-tended garden, your heart can become a place where God’s truth takes root and produces a bountiful harvest.

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📖 Bible Verse Reference

Matthew 13:22 (NIV)

“The seed falling among the thorns refers to someone who hears the word, but the worries of this life and the deceitfulness of wealth choke the word, making it unfruitful.”

🔗 Read Matthew 13:22 on BibleStudyTools.com

Additional References:

• Matthew 6:31-34 – Seek first God’s kingdom
  🔗 Read Matthew 6:31-34