What if mercy isn't just a feeling, but a seed planted by God at the very beginning of time? In The Soil of the Heart: Cultivating God's Seed of Mercy, author Dort Goodman takes readers on a remarkable journey through Scripture, revealing how God's mercy has been growing in the hearts of humanity since Creation. Using Jesus' parable of the growing seed (Mark 4:26-29) as a framework, this book traces mercy's development from Adam through Noah, Abraham, Moses, and ultimately to Jesus Christ, the full expression of God's merciful heart.
Discover mercy in action through vivid retellings of biblical stories you thought you knew. Experience Abraham pleading for Sodom. Walk with Moses as he begs God to spare a rebellious nation. Stand with the centurion at the cross as he witnesses perfect mercy crucified. Through imaginative narrative and deep biblical insight, each chapter reveals another stage of mercy's growth, from seed to blade to full harvest.
This isn't just ancient history. God's seed of mercy is still growing today, and your heart is the soil. Whether you're weary from ministry, struggling to extend grace to difficult people, or simply hungry to understand God's heart more deeply, this book invites you into a fresh understanding of what matters most to God. Perfect for: pastors, ministry leaders, small groups, Bible study enthusiasts, and anyone seeking to cultivate a heart of compassion
Discover why mercy triumphs over judgment, and how God's patient cultivation of this single seed has transformed human history. Your journey from religious obligation to radical mercy starts here.
