Oaks of Righteousness

There is something wonderful about working in soil and seeing the fruit of your labor.  At least I think there is, but I have never had a "green thumb".....I try and I guess I have gotten a little better over the years.  I have a dream of being a fabulous gardener and eventually creating a wedding garden in our extra lot.  I know, that dream might be a little far out there, but if you had 5 daughters and were thinking about their weddings, wouldn't you think maybe you should start creating a wedding garden now?  It's either that or a go-cart track :)

My dream idea is to combine the two :)

I seriously think this one is doable :)

Anyway, back to my current reality....there are so many analogies and parables in scripture regarding planting, gardening, harvesting and, obviously....that was a huge part of their culture and livelihood at the time.  BUT, regardless of whether or not we are "green thumb" people, it is amazing the amount of potential that rests in a tiny seed, right?

The girls had a great opportunity today to plant some trees with grandma and grandpa Foster and their cousins...and to decorate a little plaque to put by each one.  I hope they will enjoy watching their trees grow as they grow up.

There is also a lot of potential in each of us if we allow God to make us into the person He created us to be.

Isaiah 61:3 says, "...and provide for those who grieve in Zion - to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair.  They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor."

(How are you doing at honing your detective skills?....here's a new challenge for you :)  

Look at that picture....do you see a promise from God of a beautiful future?  I DO!