a fresh breeze,
a flowers first blush.
spring renewal begins.
Spring reminds me there is a season for everything. After a season of dormancy, new life emerges. God does not leave things dead and decayed. Yet if the crocuses push through the earth too soon, they can not survive. They must follow the schedule set for them. When they do the fields and hills covered in color bring joy to those who see them.
Spring not only brings a reminder of God's timing this year but also of God's provision. Just as the flowers of the field have what they need to survive, so do I. Yet I struggle and I strive over and over again. I want things in my timing and my way. I struggle and feel like I lose ground. Ideas dry up like plants in a drought ravaged landscape. Fear takes root in the barren soil. Its roots penetrate deep into my brain...
...unless I pause and accept the rest of dormancy.
...unless I rest in God's timing and let Him weed out the fear and replace it with His peace.
...unless I trust.
With spring's arrival this year, I am reminded that like the flowers my ideas come with time, at the right time and in the right place to thrive. All of God's provisions come when we need them for our benefit and our growth.
Thank you for this timely reminder. We need God's rest in order to flourish!
ReplyDeleteSuch a good reminder and so beautifully said. I tend to rush ahead too and I want things in my own timing. Thank you Lorilee!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your thoughts on this spring. I understand what you’re saying, "Spring not only brings a reminder of God's timing this year but also of God's provision. Just as the flowers of the field have what they need to survive, so do I. Yet I struggle and I strive over and over again. . .” Well said, Lorilee.
ReplyDeleteSpring sure looks ugly at first. Dead leaves and dog droppings litter lawns. But things green up and life returns.
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