Preparations for Growth

 

SPRING:

A LOVELY

REMINDER

OF HOW

BEAUTIFUL

CHANGE

CAN

TRULY BE.

 

 

In preparation for the “Big Freeze” of 2021, Larry covered the plants and pipes, in hopes of protecting them.  After days of freezing temperatures, snow, and wind, time would tell how the plants, grass, and pipes would survive.  These first few days of Spring have had some surprising results.

 

* What we considered to be delicate rose bushes have thrived and continued to sprout new growth during these days.

* Some plants needed to be pruned so the healthy parts had the potential to grow.

* Some species of plants remained healthy while others, of the same kind, did not.

* Even after a month, it is obvious that some plants will need to be removed and replaced because there is no evidence of life or growth.

* The grass appears to be greener, thicker, and growing.  Larry is already needing to mow more often.

 

People also have the opportunity and choice to do what is necessary to bloom and grow.  There are times one needs to protect and be cautious when challenges arise.  Prayer and waiting for the right timing can make a difference.  There are times when changes need to be made for growth to continue.  And sometimes it is necessary to uproot and get rid of something that is not helping us do and be our best.  With God as our gardener, may He give us the wisdom to know when to remove, revive, restore, renew, or replace.  And in faith, may we be obedient and do as He directs.

 

 

He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful.

John 15:2

 

But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.

2 Peter 3:18