Today’s reading is Luke 8:1-21. 
“And as for what fell among the thorns, they are those who hear, but as they go on their way they are choked by the cares and riches and pleasures of life, and their fruit does not mature. As for that in the good soil, they are those who, hearing the word, hold it fast in an honest and good heart, and bear fruit with patience.”

‭‭Luke‬ ‭8:14-15‬ ‭ESV‬‬

http://bible.com/59/luk.8.14-15.esv
All,
This stands out because Jesus says, “As for that in the good soil, they are those who, hearing the word, hold it fast in an honest and good heart, and bear fruit with patience.” I’m very fortunate that I get to see this seed from many friends. They know God in such a way that they are no longer concerned about the unique worldly things that choke the fruit, but they can’t wait to see what the Holy Spirit will do in their lives each day. You can see the zeal in their eyes when they see the abundant life God is offering them and they realize they have placed an huge importance in earthly things until that point that has held the abundant life back. Please pray that we and our friends put ALL our trust in God and truly ask God to take away the “thorns” in our lives that choke the fruit. Please pray for the men that are considering CLC.