Our Scripture passage for this Sunday comes from the Gospel of Matthew 13:24–43. In this section of Matthew’s Gospel, our Lord continues to teach us about the Kingdom of God through the use of parables. As with all parables, the intended meaning is often found in the unexpected elements of surprise. Although these stories may seem like simple accounts from an agrarian culture, they are instructive and challenging for disciples of all times and offer several points for our prayer and reflection.