When a tree is planted it is small and needs tending.  The roots of the tree must be deeply planted in the soil so that the tree may grow.  Everyday the tree is exposed to the elements … sunshine, rain, wind, snow, thunderstorms and gentle breezes.  Each day the tree becomes stronger, each day the tree grows taller, each day the tree becomes more deeply rooted. 

We are like the tree.  In order to survive and flourish in this life we must be planted in the soil that is “the law of of the Lord”.  We must meditate on the Word of God so that we will yield fruit in season and not wither when the storms of life are raging.  When we are “planted by streams of water”, like the tree, God will revitalize, revive and restore us.

Prayer
Lord, please allow me to be deeply rooted in your Word so that I may be nourished by you in order to glorify you and go forth and serve your people. Amen.

Thought for the Day
Choose joy.