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Shine Brightly

G od reveals himself in strange places, sometimes in these fleshly vessels but today God revealed himself as a candle. In symbolism, observe God’s nature… ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ What causes a candle to burn, the wick or the flame? And what keeps it consumed? You will see all these things in a flame... How it is strongest in its stillness How weak and frail its wick is How it relies on wax for replenishment What makes it burn? What gives it its glow? Look through the flame and you will know what weakness and strength really is When there is much motion, the flame is most volatile Susceptible to external conditions Easily blown out But, when it is still, its stillness gives it strength To lap up wax around it and feed on its consistency Many things I notice in watching a candle... How good God is How we too must feed on His consistency When we are still, we are made strong Lest we become susceptible to forces external to us To be blown out So I, as the wick, see my fragil...

Tree Smarts

So, I have this theory about trees, take a read and see if you agree. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Trees reach out to one another. The beauty of heart-shaped archways optimize love. Quiet romance. Have you ever felt serenity on tree lined streets? Shared strength in touching. Have you ever looked up and noticed trees holding hands above your head? Twists of artistic feats. Have you ever felt the sadness in the fall of leaves beneath your feet? Trees reach out to one another. They stretch themselves to find friends outside their comfort zone. I’ve seen trees in wedlock Leaves slapping high-five Trees celebrating, “We just glad to be alive” Trees expressing love, embraces without shame, Trees supporting each other without notoriety, money, or fame. Trees reach out to one another. Trees live, shed leaves, take reprieve, only to do it again next year. Trees grow, they know, how to reach out to one another, and hold on. I think that trees are much smarter than me.