The leaves on the trees look like brown, burnished leather. Gone are the colorful tones of red, yellow and russet from the forests and woods around the country side and mountain views, now a misty, grey silhouette against the sky.
The trees are resting now, their sap gone down until spring time comes and new life begins. I remember reading an account of scientists who wanted to make a miniature earth. They constructed a huge sphere inside a structure, even making ponds and other bodies of water. Trees were planted, but disappointingly they died.
Finally, the disillusioned team realized why the trees didn't grow. It was because inside their creation there was no wind. Trees will not thrive without wind, because the power of wind pushes, twists, and sways the trees and their limbs, causing the roots to grow deeper, hold tighter, and anchor the trees.
The same is true in our lives. Without the struggle and will to live, accomplish goals and benefit others, we have no reason for life. Every obstacle, every challenge that we encounter can make us stronger as our roots grow deeper into God's plan for our lives.
We have heard the expression of turning over a new leaf. In other words, beginning again, changing our ways or getting a new start. I like the expression, Leaves of Gold, from verses, collection of prayers, etc.
Pages of the Bible are like leaves of gold. Precious words of God's love, instructions on life, stories of the patriarchs, books of poetry, Psalms and so much more.
Some time ago, Howard ordered a Bible from Guideposts, called "The Jesus Bible." It was a little costly, but it was worth it. Then yesterday we got a free "Jesus Bible" from Guideposts in the mail! They are both worth their weight in gold!
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