Psalm 143:10 “Teach me to do Your will, for you are my God: Your Spirit is good. Lead me in the land of uprightness.” At the beginning of the spring season, I wanted to grow flowers as a way to celebrate a particular area of Spiritual growth. I was quite excited about my selection of Marigolds since the bright colors always remind me of the Marigolds displayed in the front yard of my childhood home. At the change of seasons, my spouse always prepares the yard and gardens.
I love my husband’s rose and vegetable gardens. He has such a wealth of knowledge when it comes to gardening. I, on the other just, wanted to plant a simple seed.
Because frost was no longer an issue, I did not start the seeds inside. I gathered everything I would need which included the seed packet, soil, water, appropriate plant container. I located a plant container I had abandoned years ago, so there was no need to purchase a new one to go along with the nice planters my spouse used. I was ok with that. The planters were old, but very useful. Noticing my excitement, my husband decides to use the old planters. I am grateful.
The patio area provided the right amount of space and ample enough of sunshine. Over the next couple of weeks, I watched in great anticipation as my Marigolds sprinted in growth at first and then stagnated. My seedlings were growing right next to the floral transplant my husband planted. I notice the difference in size, container, and color. But I never forgot that each plant had different beginnings….mine from a mere seed. The other flowers, transplant.
Weeds did not grow in my little pot, but small flowers appeared, died, and reappeared. I found later that I was supposed to purge the dead flowers that were holding on. Finally, I did. My marigold plants never had an abundance of radiant blooms of orange and yellow. But I learned so much from this experience.
I would like to share the first lesson I learned from this planting ……
Preparation…
Right season – Become aware of your season. If you are in a winter season of your life, you may be in a period of sitting still and waiting for God’s further instructions.
Seed packet – Know your seeds by staying in the Word. Perhaps you have to start the seedling inside by sitting under the covering of someone else. Don’t make a move without God!
Soil – Give yourself an EKG and identify any issues that can impede your progress such forgiveness, anger, defiance. Once identified, stay in pray to allow God help you with your weeds of issues.
Water – Allow the Holy Spirit to irrigate your mind and heart. Be open to the people that the Lord sends to you.
Plant container – Ensure that you’re doing what you need to stay healthy (mind, body and soul)
There is something wonderful about planting good seeds! What are you waiting for??
Prayer Thank you Lord, for the Spiritual seeds being planted in my life. I ask you Lord to keep me aware of my season. Thank you for shining your light on me so that I can be a witness for your goodness. Amen
