Soft Soil

Matt swiped his forehead with a dirty arm. His knees, arms, and hands were covered in dirt. He’d had fun helping his dad plant their garden for a few hours, but now he was hot and sticky. “Dad, I’m bored.” His dad straightened. “We have been working hard. Let’s take a break.” They sat down under a nearby tree. Matt’s dad waved at the garden. “Jesus told a parable about planting seeds.” “He did?” Matt leaned closer. He liked when his dad told him Bible stories. “Yes. The story is about a...