Finding Nourishment

Matthew 13:21 (NLT) But since they don’t have deep roots, they don’t last long. They fall away as soon as they have problems or are persecuted for believing God’s word. “Even the good plans of wise wizards like Gandalf and of good friends like Elrond go astray sometimes when you are off on dangerous adventures over the Edge of the Wild… --The Hobbit, Chapter III Key Question: How are you finding nourishment along your Spiritual Journey? Questions for Reflection and Discussion Read James 1:1-18. How would you explain this in your own words? Compare that passage to Matthew 13:18-23. What connections do you see? How do these passages apply to your life? What will you do about it? (Be specific.) Who else needs to hear about this? How will you tell them?