(based on Matthew 1 3 3 1 ff)
The kingdom of God
A mustard seed that someone took and sowed in his field;
it is the smallest of all the seeds,
but when it has grown it is the greatest of shrubs and becomes a tree,
so that the birds of the air come and make nests in its branches.
The kingdom of God
Yeast that a woman took and mixed in with three measures of flour
until all was leavened.
The kingdom of God
Treasure hidden in a field, which someone found and hid;
then joyfully sells all he has and buys the field.
The kingdom of God
A merchant in search of fine pearls;
on finding one of great value,
sells all of his possessions and buys the pearl.
The kingdom of God
Let all who have ears, hear.
— © Katherine Hawker, on her Outside the Box website.
See also her opening collect, call to worship and prayer of dedication on the theme of mustard seeds here.
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