Matthew 13:31-35
Another parable he proposed unto them, saying: The kingdom of heaven is like to a grain of mustard seed, which a man took and sowed in his field. Which is the least indeed of all seeds; but when it is grown up, it is greater than all herbs, and becometh a tree, so that the birds of the air come, and dwell in the branches thereof. Another parable he spoke to them: The kingdom of heaven is like to leaven, which a woman took and hid in three measures of meal, until the whole was leavened. All these things Jesus spoke in parables to the multitudes: and without parables he did not speak to them. That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophet, saying: I will open my mouth in parables, I will utter things hidden from the foundation of the world.
In Matthew 13:31-35, Jesus compares the Kingdom of heaven to a mustard seed and leaven. God often begins with what seems small, hidden, or ordinary. Yet when grace is at work, small beginnings can grow into something life-giving and far-reaching. This Gospel encourages us not to underestimate simple acts of faith, prayer, kindness, or service. God can use them to bless others in ways we may never see. Today, may we trust the quiet growth of the Kingdom and offer our small yes to God.