The law of sowing and reaping holds great significance in the Bible. It is important for believers to understand the connection between speaking in tongues and the law of sowing and reaping. Let us commence by delving into a few scriptures.
Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the spirit, from the spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.
Galatians 6:7-10
This scripture lays the foundation for the principle of sowing and reaping. Verse seven warns against deception, stating that God cannot be mocked and that we will reap what we sow. This is simply the law of Justice. If you plant a mango seed, you will harvest mangoes; if you plant beans, you will harvest beans.
It is God ensuring that everyone receives what they deserve. This principle also applies to prayer, as God will determine if you deserve the results of your prayers.
The law of sowing and reaping is also highlighted in the book of Genesis when God made a promise to Noah when he got off the ark.
As long as the earth endures, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night will never cease.
Genesis 8:22
In this scripture, God was providing reassurance to Noah because of the anxiety following the floods. Noah was skeptical that certain laws established by God during creation might not be applicable any more. Therefore, God assured him that they could continue to cultivate and harvest, as the cycle of planting and reaping would remain unchanged.
It is crucial for believers to have the assurance of seed time and harvest time, as it goes hand in hand with the process of sowing and reaping.
If you lack faith in reaping the rewards of your efforts, you may be discouraged from planting seeds. Similarly, if you doubt that God will answer your prayers, you may be discouraged from praying altogether.
In the same way, if you lack faith in the effectiveness of speaking in tongues, you may hesitate to pray. This is why the law of sowing and reaping holds great importance. As a believer, it is essential to internalize this law and keep it in mind whenever you engage in speaking in tongues.
To conclude, let’s focus on a popular scripture that mirrors the law of sowing and reaping in a profound way.
There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens: a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot, a time to kill and a time to heal, a time to tear down and a time to build, a time to weep and time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance, a time to scatter stones and a time to gather them, a time to embrace and a time to refrain from embracing and a time to search and a time to give up, a time to keep and a time to throw away, a time to tear and a time to mend, a time to be silent and a time to speak, a time to love and a time to hate, a time for war and a time for peace.
Ecclesiastes 3:7-8
The whole essence of the law of sowing and reaping is to understand that when you pray, you are sowing seeds.
Sowing is not an easy task, similar to working on a farm. It may feel strenuous and discouragement may arise when you do not see immediate results. However, as a wise farmer, you must realize that it takes time for seeds to sprout and bear fruit.
Therefore, when you pray, speak in tongues, and seek the Lord’s face, be patient and allow time for your prayers to grow. Remember, the harvest will come in due time, just as promised in the word of the Lord.