Sunday, April 5, 2009

Spring


God's art is always amazing to me, and especially during early spring with His many reminders of fresh new life. Daffodils, babies, sunshine, fresh breezes....miracles! Soak it in....what an awesome way for Him to say "I love you."
l.g.

Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Like the Spring...

Oh spring where are you? That is what I have been asking for a while now. It is that time of year that we are shown the possibilities that are to come. We get those really nice warm sunny days when we think spring is finally here and grasses start growing, trees start budding out there leaves, and everyone starts thinking of planting flowers and gardens. Those are magical days of hope that we do have life amongst the darkness of the world and the cold winter. But it is also still that time of year that while we can have a really beautiful day of sun, the very next day can be filled with those dark clouds that bring the cold wind, heavy rains, and discouragement. Thinking about this the other day gave me a glimpse into what Jamie and Brian are going through with Benjamin. I thought Benjamin is like this time of year, early spring. He has days that he is doing really well, which gives such hope. Then the next day might bring discouragement with a day that he isn’t doing as well. I wanted to share that in praying for Benjamin I keep coming back to this time of year and the hope for what is to come. Soon spring will be here in full force and we will watch as the leaves fill the trees, grasses growing under the sun, flowers blooming so beautifully, and garden seeds starting to sprout. Soon, Benjamin too will be flourishing just like every year with a new spring and growing into the little boy God has made him to be.

Thank you God for the spring and thank you God for Benjamin!

Love Steph