Day 26 What is behind growth?

Israel grew as a population in Egypt. Moses was obviously the one God called to lead Israel. He had to endure a lifetime of trials and challenges to fulfill God's purpose. Is this not similar to discipleship? Jesus-in the parable of the seeds- lets us know growth comes through depth, facing challenging times and temptations, and if we remain faithful abundant fruit is the result. In Moses life and for a disciple...bearing fruit is a process that takes a lifetime. Is this not true always in our discipleship and in fulfilling God's overall purpose? (More reading can be found on Day 26 of 2006)