WEEK 2: Preparing the Soil: Getting Ready for What God Will Grow

APRIL SERIES: A 5-Part Resurrection Journey

Before anything blooms, the ground must be prepared.

No gardener scatters seeds on hardened soil and expects a harvest.

And yet—we often expect God to grow something new in hearts that haven’t been opened, softened, or surrendered.

Preparation is not glamorous.
It’s slow. Intentional. Sometimes uncomfortable.

It looks like:

• Letting God search your heart

• Releasing distractions

• Creating space for Him again

• Returning to prayer with sincerity

The truth?

God is ready to do something new—but are you ready to receive it?

Hard soil resists growth.
Soft soil receives it.

Scripture Anchor

“Break up your unplowed ground, for it is time to seek the Lord.”
— Hosea 10:12 (NIV)

Prayer of Surrender

Lord,
Prepare my heart for what You want to grow in me.
Remove anything that is hard, resistant, or closed off.
Help me become good soil—ready to receive Your Word and Your work.
Amen.

Grace Reflection

What needs to be cleared, softened, or surrendered in your heart right now?