Since we live in a cold, winter climate, it is necessary to move most of our deck plants inside until spring arrives. That means we have citrus trees, ferns and other plants in a room where they will be protected as well as provided the nourishment they need.
A few days ago, I noticed something about one of the plants we have inside. As I walked into our "plant room," I was surprised to see two beautiful, pink blooms. It was a much needed and wonderful reminder of hope and assurance. I began thinking.
Although the plant had been taken out of its "comfort zone," it somehow found a way to not only survive...but thrive in its present environment. Although we provide the sunny room, water and a viable temperature, that plant unexpectedly found a way to bloom in the middle of winter.
Perhaps some of us feel like we are out of our comfort zones. Maybe we long to live closer to family and friends. Maybe we long to reside where we could be more involved, included or accessible to reach other goals. Yet we are in this place...at this time...for some reason.
I believe that even when I do not understand reasons, answers, locations or purposes on this journey, Someone does. He knows why I am where I am....how long I will be here...what I am supposed to learn and do while I am here...and how His plan will unfold accordingly. All I need to know is Who I trust, Who supplies every need, Who protects me and Who matters most. It is my hope, my prayer and my goal to bloom where He has placed me...in each season...every day. May His faithfulness, beauty, hope and assurance be reflected in our lives...wherever He plants us.
I am amazed. I am grateful. I am never alone.<3~thl
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