In his patience, the Lord allows both weeds and wheat to grow together, both saints and sinners to respond to salvation in the Kingdom (3). The Lord is good and forgiving (Ps), lenient to all, desiring repentance for our sins (1). May the Spirit assist us in our weakness (2). Wis 12:13, 16-19 Ps 86:5-6, 9-10, 15-16 Rom 8:26-27 Mt 13:24-43 or 13:24-30