Growth Requires Light…….
For the past thirty years I’ve been waging a war with the dirt in my yard, trying to get it to yield grass! I’ve spent a small fortune to get my yard to be lush and green! From time to time I’ve gotten a great crop of weeds and moss, but no significant grass! A couple of years ago I broke down and brought in a real expert, he has done wonders. He had two suggestions, we had to keep the fledgling grass watered, so I had an automatic irrigation system installed. His other suggestions was to cut down most of the trees on my lot. I couldn’t do it, I love the shade, the changing colors of the leaves, and the fact that some of my trees are over a hundred years old. So I now have more grass than I ever had, but not the golf course fairways I would like. Grass just will not thrive richly without a constant source of light.
Our lives as Christians requires the same. We must have the Light of the World shining into our spirits if we are to grow and thrive. For grass to really last, it has to not only grow up, it has to have deep roots that can pull the life giving moisture up from the soil. If we are to grow stronger and healthier in our Walk with the Lord, we have to have life giving water, and the growth that comes from our Heavenly Father’s “Son” Jesus. A daily relationship with Him, through the Word, Prayer and waiting for His voice in our spirit will lead to deep roots in Him and long term growth. We need to grow constantly because anything that is not getting stronger is withering.
This is not philosophy or a cute illustration, the very substance of your life is held in this vital relationship. I’ve often had people say that they are not ready for that kind of commitment to Christ, they can make on their own while they think about it! That would be fine except for one sticking point, we can’t make it on our own. Some people may seem to be doing great, everything may “seem” to be o.k. but that illusion never lasts. Eventually we are asked to have more in our lives than we possess to make it through. At that point we realize we never were in control. God loves you so much that He will reluctantly arrange for you to see just how much you need Him in your life, if that’s what it takes. Don’t make that necessary!
I’m a bottom line kind of guy so here goes; God loves you. He loves you so much that He gave His only Son, to die for your sins. He wants to have a deep and life changing relationship with you. The offer is on the table, the next step is yours. As a freind let me assure you, I’ve never met a single person that has given their heart to Him,that hasn’t lamented, “I only wish I hadn’t waited so long!”
His Light Scripture : John 8:12
Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, “I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.”
Praying for the ultimate light to come into your life……
the pilgrim
*Photo Note; No not my yard, I could only wish, this is the beautiful Palouse Region of Washington State, Winter Wheat in June, Nikon F100 film camera, 50-135 Nikkor f3.5 zoom lens, Velvia film.
This entry was posted on Friday, January 27th, 2012 at 1:46 pm
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I love this analogy. What a gift you have been given Bill to share His word and spread His message. Now, I can walk out into my yard and think about something more important than “why want my grass grow”. Actually, I did walk out this am just as the light was burning through the trees – and I thought about His love. Didn’t even notice the patchy grass (too much). Thank you God! Rodney
Hey Bill,
Today is the first chance I’ve had to write since last week. I haven’t read today’s post yet, but had to comment on the problem with your grass. Living in Kentucky, about the only grass you’d have familiarity with would be Kentucky Blue Grass. Living much further north, in Utah, and having a north facing yard, on a 2½ story house, we need to have grass that will survive well in mostly ambient light. Also, since we live in desert country we need a grass that doesn’t need much water. We have a very good grass here. I’d suggest you talk to a rep at your local Home Depot outdoor shop. They should be able to find just what you need for your yard.
Love Ya Bill,
Rob
I’m impressed by your writing. Are you a professional or just very kngdoewleable?