Just within our lifetime, the frontiers of our universe have been pushed outward in ways that take language and comprehension beyond their limits. God’s declaration that the creation was “good” takes on added gravitas, added awe, now that scientists have given us a vastly bigger glimpse of creation. But the small story is just as staggering. Christ’s declaration that a mustard seed planted and growing is like the kingdom of God means that there is no end to the difference for good that we can make on this plane

Frances Lee Menlove