One of my favorite extravagances is fresh cut flowers. If money were no object I would have a fresh bouquet every other week.
The colors, the fragrance, the individual beauty, the significance of each flower is a testimony of God’s goodness.
God’s goodness. As I wrote those words I had to stop for a moment, take pause and meditate.
God – Almighty God, maker of heaven and earth, Creator of all, Lord of hosts, the Alpha and Omega (the beginning and the end). He is love, His mercy endures forever, His grace is sufficient, He is the provider and protector. There is no one like Him, He is above all else.
I call him Father. I depend upon Him for my very life. I draw each breath because of Him. I find shelter under His wings, in Him I find rest when I am weary, in His presence I find fullness of joy and at His throne I find help in my time of need.
My Father is Lord God Almighty!
Now, you ask me “what’s that got to do with a bouquet of flowers?”. I’m glad you asked.
“Look at the lilies and how they grow. They don’t work or make their clothing, yet Solomon in all his glory was not dressed as beautifully as they are. 28 And if God cares so wonderfully for flowers that are here today and thrown into the fire tomorrow, he will certainly care for you. Why do you have so little faith?
29 “And don’t be concerned about what to eat and what to drink. Don’t worry about such things. 30 These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers all over the world, but your Father already knows your needs.” Luke 12:27-30 NLT
Flowers are a simple, daily reminder of God’s goodness, the Father’s love!
I mean so much more to Him than the beautiful flowers He created, each flower, each bouquet reminds me to trust.
Yes, consider the lilies of the field and thank your heavenly Father for his faithfulness and love.