Yesterday, fresh, crisp, cool air rose above the morning dew. Clusters of songbirds resting in the colorful trees, joyfully graced the neighborhood with their music. Leaves sailed delightfully to the ground in their last dance of glory. All around, the earth was transitioning into a season of harvest, gathering and celebration of God's love.
The gorgeous colors of fall and the excitement of the birds led to a few questions. Has my harvest been fruitful? Am I gathering with others and celebrating God's love? Am I happy in my heart? Out of the overflow of my heart comes joy and enthusiasm, if it's in my heart. If joy is not there, then I need to ask for it. If excitement is barely visible, then I need to pray for more. If I smile only once in a while, then I need an increase in smiles. The Lord is eager to grant these requests. For when I ask Jesus Christ for more of Him, He pours out joy, peace, and an excitement for life, in abundance!
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God's amazing love bring a breakthrough in your life.
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Stained with streaks of sulfur and iron, the rocky cliff appeared to be void of life. No plants grew between its tiny cracks. No small rodents scurried along the narrow ledges. No reptiles poked their heads out of the weather-carved holes. But as my eyes moved upward, numerous trees, colored in their fall glory, graced the top of the cliff. How surprising to see an abundance of foliage with trunks well-rooted in the rock below.
Seeing these trees gave me a clearer image of what "building a foundation on the rock of Jesus Christ" means. It means that I can grow, flourish and stand tall like these trees. It means that my roots can go deep down into the Word of God. It means that there is something solid and dependable that is holding me up and keeping me from toppling over. It means that I should endure because there will be abundant growth at the end of the rugged, barren-like journey.
How amazing is the Lord God Almighty, that He illustrates His scriptural truths in nature and in the way He shapes the earth. How delightful it is to discover a visual example of His teaching. Highest praises to the Lord God Most High. Highest praises to Jehovah.
May you breakthrough every obstacle that is keeping you from enjoying the splendor and love of Jesus Christ. For more encouragement and inspiration by Lynn Zuk-Lloyd, go to www.promisegarden.com
The early morning sun shines on the huge maple tree, highlighting the tips of its branches that are turning yellow. Joy rises up in my heart at the beautiful sight. Not only does the tree look illuminated in the sun's rays, but it also appears to be standing in quiet reverence. Not a single leaf is moving under the clear, blue sky.
A hush comes upon me. I can feel the love of God. The magnificent sight of the maple in light is an invitation to bask in the light of Jesus Christ. I feel a nudge to quiet my anxious thoughts and be still — to be still and know that God is God. How refreshing it feels to be still in the light of the Lord. Thank you, Lord God Almighty, for this morning gift of refreshing.
May you breakthrough every obstacle that is keeping you from feeling the love of God and receiving the refreshing of Jesus Christ. For more encouragement and inspiration by Lynn Zuk-Lloyd, go to www.promisegarden.com
The landscape around us is dotted with fall colors. We are dazzled by the brilliant yellows, the blazing oranges, and the radiant reds. The multicolored maples and yellow ash trees show off their individuality. One portrays the splendor of a rainbow, the other lights up like a globe of golden glory.
As we admire the beauty of autumn, and watch the leaves dance delightfully to the ground, we are reminded that a blessing awaits us. For just as we are drawn to the to the colorful leaves, we are also drawn to splendor of Jesus Christ and His amazing love that is reflected in the glorious colors of fall.
May you breakthrough every obstacle that is keeping you from enjoying the splendor and love of Jesus Christ. For more encouragement and inspiration by Lynn Zuk-Lloyd, go to www.promisegarden.com
Yesterday, the poplar tree was shining in its golden glory. Today, most of the leaves have fallen to the ground. It's one day of splendor came and went as the tree gave up its gold to cloth the earth in a protective covering of leaves.
Opportunities to see glorious things, like the tall tree shining in its brilliant colors, come and go quickly. Many times we miss out on the radiant joy of being in awe of what Jesus Christ does or the splendor that comes with getting to know Him better. Our schedules get over-booked, we decide we're not ready, or are afraid to seek more of the Lord. But what would happen if we choose to stand in the brilliance of God's glory, not just once in a while, but everyday?
Heavenly Father, open our hearts up to the magnificence of who You are, to the splendor of your glory, and to the riches of your Kingdom. Help us to enter into the beauty of your ways and the awesomeness of your days.
May you breakthrough the obstacles that are keeping you from entering into the splendor of God's majesty. For more encouragement and inspiration by Lynn Zuk-Lloyd, go to www.promisegarden.com
Overnight, the foliage on the huge tree across the street turned yellow-orange. This morning, its leaves glisten like gold in the awakening sun. What a beautiful sight to see! Yesterday, all the trees on the street were green. But today, the largest one stands tall in the splendor of its new color.
Change happens. And it can happen suddenly. Many times we grow weary in waiting for problems and issues to be resolved. Sometimes they seem to go on and on, like the long, hot summer, with no end in sight. But as we continue to trust in Jesus Christ, we discover there is a season for everything. We come to understand that God is a God of suddenlies. And when the time is right, the Lord God will suddenly change the our situation, like He did to the tree across the street, and bring us into a time of splendor and glory, as we shine in the light of His mighty love.
May you breakthrough the obstacles that are keeping you from basking in the light of Christ's love. For more encouragement and inspiration by Lynn Zuk-Lloyd, go to www.promisegarden.com
