Day 1- "I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well. -Psalm 139:14
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"Bloom where you are planted." This well-know saying often evokes smiles and creates hope, the hope of making a difference. But it can also evoke a bit of cynicism. We may wonder, "What if we're planted in the wrong places?" Gardens that flourish enjoy just the right location, a location chosen so that whatever is planted can bloom to its full potential.
Selecting the perfect location for your garden requires intentional planning and research. You want it close enough to your house so that you can tend to it faithfully. (Keep in mind another mush-used saying, "Out of sight, out of mind!") You may ask yourself , "Will it be easy to water if I put it here?" and, "Is that spot too shady or too sunny?"
Gardeners also need to know what types of plants will grow and flourish in a particular kind of soil and in their specific climate. Imagine what would happen if you tried to plant the bougainvillea you saw on you vacation to Mexico in your own backyard in Minnesota!
Even before God created the Garden of Eden , he had each of us in mind. He made the entire universe-his garden-with each of us specifically in his thoughts and on his heart. God knew precisely what mix of talents and gifts he would blend together so that you would bloom in a way different from anyone else. God knew what nurturing you would require, what weeding you would be necessary, and what pruning would make it possible for you to branch out to your full potential. Your Lord made you to be beautiful, precious, and cherished. No one else can fill your place in his garden.
Today's verse gives you only a brief glimpse of this truth; psalm 139 paints it much more fully. Sometimes today you may want to read the entire psalm. Take each verse, word by word.
Consider: God, who knows your every thought, word, and deed, is also the Master Gardener who planted you where you are today. He has chosen just the right spot, and he is anxious to see you bloom, reflecting the love he so graciously bestows upon you.
Prayer: Lord, you are awesome in wonder! Help me bloom where you have planted me! Amen
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"Bloom where you are planted." This well-know saying often evokes smiles and creates hope, the hope of making a difference. But it can also evoke a bit of cynicism. We may wonder, "What if we're planted in the wrong places?" Gardens that flourish enjoy just the right location, a location chosen so that whatever is planted can bloom to its full potential.
Selecting the perfect location for your garden requires intentional planning and research. You want it close enough to your house so that you can tend to it faithfully. (Keep in mind another mush-used saying, "Out of sight, out of mind!") You may ask yourself , "Will it be easy to water if I put it here?" and, "Is that spot too shady or too sunny?"
Gardeners also need to know what types of plants will grow and flourish in a particular kind of soil and in their specific climate. Imagine what would happen if you tried to plant the bougainvillea you saw on you vacation to Mexico in your own backyard in Minnesota!
Even before God created the Garden of Eden , he had each of us in mind. He made the entire universe-his garden-with each of us specifically in his thoughts and on his heart. God knew precisely what mix of talents and gifts he would blend together so that you would bloom in a way different from anyone else. God knew what nurturing you would require, what weeding you would be necessary, and what pruning would make it possible for you to branch out to your full potential. Your Lord made you to be beautiful, precious, and cherished. No one else can fill your place in his garden.
Today's verse gives you only a brief glimpse of this truth; psalm 139 paints it much more fully. Sometimes today you may want to read the entire psalm. Take each verse, word by word.
Consider: God, who knows your every thought, word, and deed, is also the Master Gardener who planted you where you are today. He has chosen just the right spot, and he is anxious to see you bloom, reflecting the love he so graciously bestows upon you.
Prayer: Lord, you are awesome in wonder! Help me bloom where you have planted me! Amen
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