The Mustard Tree

Introduction

1. Background of this Parable

2. Meaning of this Parable

3. Application of the Parable

a. First, I think at the very least, we should learn not to despise the day of small things (cf. Zec 4:10)

b. Indeed, secondly, let us thank God for what He has already done for us and with us. Let us with eyes of faith see how as a church we have become a maturing mustard shrub.

c. But thirdly, let us remember that time is short. Let us remember that the mustard tree will not grow forever

Conclusion