By Francesc Borrull · April 29, 2024

 “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.”
Matthew 9:37
“The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few.”
Luke 10:2

Ah, the classic “plentiful harvest, few workers” dilemma. It’s like the biblical version of a staffing shortage, right? Let’s break it down.

So, these lines pop up in both Matthew and Luke, slightly tweaked but carrying the same essence. In Matthew 9:37, it talks about the plentiful harvest and the few workers. Flip the pages over to Luke 10:2, and you’ve got a similar situation—plenty of harvest, not enough laborers.

Traditionally, these passages are seen as a call to action. Picture it: a field ripe with crops, ready to be gathered, but not enough hands to get the job done. It’s a metaphorical nudge, a divine reminder to get off your comfy seat and get your hands dirty in the fields of life. The harvest? Well, that could be anything—people in need, opportunities, wisdom, you name it.

Now, bringing it to the 21st century, these verses are like a cosmic LinkedIn post calling for volunteers. The world’s got its share of issues—social, environmental, personal. It’s basically saying, “Hey, there’s a lot that needs doing, and we’re short on helpers. Interested?”

In our daily grind, it’s a reminder to look around and see where we can contribute. Maybe it’s volunteering at a local charity, lending an ear to a friend in need, or just being a decent human in a not-so-decent world. The harvest might not be wheat or barley; it could be kindness, understanding, or positive change.

Think of it as a timeless to-do list from the universe. There’s always work to be done, and we’re part of the crew to make it happen. So, when life throws you a “plentiful harvest, few workers” scenario, consider it your cue to roll up your sleeves and be one of the helping hands.

© Francesc Borrull, 2023-2024