Reading 1JER Return, rebellious children, says the LORD,for I am your Master;I will take you, one from a city, two from a clan,and bring you to Zion.I will appoint over you shepherds after my own heart,who will shepherd you wisely and prudently.When you multiply and become fruitful in the land,says the LORD,They will in those days no longer say,“The ark of the covenant of the LORD!”They will no longer think of it, or remember it,or miss it, or make another.At that time they will call Jerusalem the LORD’s throne;there all nations will be gathered togetherto honor the name of the LORD at Jerusalem,and they will walk no longer in their hardhearted wickedness.GospelMT Jesus said to his disciples:“Hear the parable of the sower.The seed sown on the path is the one who hears the word of the Kingdomwithout understanding it,and the Evil One comes and steals awaywhat was sown in his heart.The seed sown on rocky groundis the one who hears the word and receives it at once with joy.But he has no root and lasts only for a time.When some tribulation or persecution comes because of the word,he immediately falls away.The seed sown among thorns is the one who hears the word,but then worldly anxiety and the lure of riches choke the wordand it bears no fruit.But the seed sown on rich soilis the one who hears the word and understands it,who indeed bears fruit and yields a hundred or sixty or thirtyfold.”Reflection Questions1. Who is your shepherd? From whom do you seek counsel?2. Are your heart, eyes and ears like the path, the rocky ground, the thorns or the rich soil?3. Why is it important to surround yourself with people who will challenge you to be the best version of yourself?PrayerLord, humble me and enrich my soil. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app