Though part of me feels bad for those who have allergies, I have to admit, spring is my favorite time of year. The baby animals, nesting birds, egg laying ducks, flowering trees, frog eggs, the birds' morning chorus... each is a reminder that spring is here... that life is stirring. There's growth, change, and birth everywhere.
Bagworm moth cocoon |
Though there are many lessons that can be learned from trees, to me this tree is a beautiful yet sobering reminder that outward appearances are not what really matter; what matters is the depth and strength of our character which can only come from being deeply rooted in God. When the storms of life come, will we stand tall and strong or will we break and fall?
"I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through His spirit. Then Christ will make His home in your hearts as you trust in Him. Your roots will grow down into God's love and keep you strong. And may you have the power to understand, as all God's people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep His love is." Ephesians 3:16-18
Fruit of the Bradford pear (picture taken in the fall) |
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