Most of the Bible was originally written to those living in an agrarian society, people familiar with working the land, managing livestock, and raising crops. Many of Jesus' parables involve the farming life. Not surprisingly, then, the Bible contains many references to sowing and reaping. Sowing and reaping is meant to be a motivation for our generosity. It is more than just an agricultural principle. It is a promise from God that we reap what we sow.