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Pumpkins!

As the crisp air of autumn arrives and pumpkins begin appearing on porches and
in pies, I’m reminded of a beautiful little lesson from my childhood that compares
Christians to pumpkins. It might sound funny at first, but stick with me–this
simple metaphor carries a deep truth about transformation, purpose, and God’s

love.
Chosen With Care

Just as we pick pumpkins from the patch, God chooses us. He sees each one-big
or small, smooth or bumpy-and loves us just as we are. Ephesians 1:4 says that
God “chose us in Him before the creation of the world.” We don’t have to be
perfect to be chosen; He calls us out of the patch because He has a plan for us.

Cleaned Inside and Out

When you prepare a pumpkin, the first step is scooping out the insides-the seeds
and the gooey mess. In the same way, when we invite God into our lives, He
cleans out the “muck” inside our hearts: bitterness, fear, sin, and shame. Psalm
51:10 says, “Create in me a clean heart. O God, and renew a right spirit within me.”

Given a New Light

After a pumpkin is cleaned and carved, it’s ready for a candle to shine inside it.
That’s when the transformation is complete-it becomes a light in the darkness.
Similarly, when God’s spirit fills us, His light shines through us for the world to see.

Mathhew 5:16 reminds us to “let your light shine before others.”

Shining With Purpose

A pumpkin isn’t meant to stay hidden in a cupboard: it’s placed on display to
brighten someone’s day. Christians are called to do the same-to reflect God’s
light and love wherever we go. When we live with kindness, grace, and joy, we

become beacons of hope to those around us.

Part of a Beautiful Harvest

Each pumpkin in the patch plays its part in the harvest season-just as every
Christian plays a role in God’s kingdom. Together, we create a beautiful and

abundant harvest of love, service, and faith.

So next time you see a glowing pumpkin on a fall evening, let it remind you of
what God has done in your life. He picked you, cleaned you, and filled you with
His light-so that you can shine brightly in a world that needs a little warmth and

hope.