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Preparing the Soil of the Heart
July 12, 2026 Speaker: Pastor Brandon Writer: Linda Waltersdorf Cobourn, EdD Preparing the Soil of the Heart Matthew 13:1–9 My front yard is a riot
He Hears Our Prayers
In this tender poem, SURGE member Cadence Bishop reflects on God’s steady presence in our hardest moments. She reminds us that Jesus walks beside us, offering strength, forgiveness, and hope. Through every fear, every mistake, and every long night, God’s love lights the way and leads us home.
Hidden Treasure
“God sees the hidden talents within us—like treasure inside a geode—and when we step into what He calls us to do, He equips us with His strength, His wisdom, and His presence.”
When Pruning Feels Like a Pit
A broken dogwood tree taught me that pruning isn’t the end—it’s the beginning of new growth. When we are rooted in Christ, even our most painful seasons can bloom with unexpected beauty.
The Harvesters
We never expected our simple gospel song to stir anyone’s heart, but one classmate’s words reminded me that God uses even the smallest offerings. Jesus still calls us to be workers in His harvest—people who carry compassion, hope, and the nearness of His kingdom into the lives of those around us.
Follow Me; When Jesus Calls the Unqualified
When Jesus called Matthew, He wasn’t choosing someone polished or prepared—He was choosing someone unseen, unwanted, and unqualified. Yet Matthew got up. Jesus still calls us this way: personally, purposefully, and by name. The question is whether we will rise and follow.