In the Bible, "tares" refer to weeds that resemble wheat but are not beneficial for harvest. The term is derived from the parable of the wheat and the tares found in Matthew 13:24-30. In this parable, Jesus describes a man who sows good seed in his field, but while he sleeps, an enemy sows tares among the wheat. When both plants grow, the servants notice the tares and ask if they should pull them up. The landowner advises them to let both grow together until the harvest, when the tares can be separated from the wheat and burned.The tares symbolize the presence of evil or false believers within the community of the faithful, as interpreted by Jesus in Matthew 13:36-43. The eventual separation during the harvest represents the final judgment, where the righteous will be gathered into God's kingdom while the wicked will face destruction. This parable serves as a poignant reminder of the coexistence of good and evil in the world and the ultimate divine justice that will prevail at the end of time.
In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God is sending his children into all corners of the world to fulfill his purpose. These children, who have been regenerated by the Holy Spirit and redeemed by the blood of Christ, possess peace with God and demonstrate a life in harmony with him. The prea