To them God has chosen to make known among the gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. —Colossians 1:27
Anyone who has gardened or owned houseplants knows that there is a big difference between surviving and thriving. It takes a combination of sunlight, water, proper soil and nutrients for the plants to grow strong. They’re able to get by on much less, but you won’t see the same amount of flowers, leaves, etc. We Christians are just like these plants, in the sense that we require special nourishment through God to flourish. The soil into which you’re planted is your faith. It serves as a reliable and stable foundation upon which the rest you build the rest of your life. To keep this soil moist and conducive to life, you’ve got to add water, or in this case, prayer. Speaking to God refreshes and satisfies us. Without routine contact with the Lord, you’ll begin to wither. The Word of God serves as the nutrients in the soil. Reading your Bible adds strength and allows you to absorb important information. The sunshine represents the love of God. It is omnipresent (even when we can’t see it for the clouds). His love gives you the energy you need to get through the toughest times in life. Today, make sure that you have everything you need to bloom. If the Spirit tells you that you need more time in prayer or reading your Bible, spend a few minutes today catching up. We have to take proper care of ourselves if we want to thrive. The only way to do that is through a healthy relationship with Christ.
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