Growing And Changing

There are seasons in each of our lives which are fruitful and others which are not.  Some plants and trees are evergreen and always have the appearance of life in them.  Other trees and shrubs look rather drab and dead in the winter months.  Then, as the season changes, they come to life as leaves begin to bud and grow, change colour, and produce fruit.  

When we feel drab and spiritually dead, we may be envious of those who always appear evergreen and have life in them.  At these times we need to trust God and acknowledge that He has unique plans for each season of our lives.

God, you are the one who saves us.  We will trust in you.  Then we won’t be afraid.  Lord, you are the one who gives us strength.  You are the one who keeps us safe.  Lord, you have saved us. (Isaiah 12:2 NIRV)

God wants our lives to be filled with fruitfulness.  He has created us with life giving abilities and talents.  When our lives are in the care of God, His Holy Spirit works in us to produce good and abundant fruit at the right time. 

Jesus said, “I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener.  He cuts off every branch of mine that does not produce fruit.  He also trims every branch that produces fruit to prepare it to produce even more.  (John 15:1-2 ERV) 

But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Glory be to him, now and forever! Amen.  (2 Peter 3:18 ERV)

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I give You permission to prune me so that I may grow in grace and the knowledge of my Lord and Saviour and be fruitful for Your Kingdom.  Amen

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