Day 114: Made New

There is just something about this picture...Let me break it down for you.  The first thing one notices is the old tree stump.  A tree that had a great life but got blown down or knocked down for some sort of reason.  The second thing one would notice is that there is a healthy tree growing with the help of the old tree stump.  Yes, it is growing on top of the old tree.

I equate this picture a lot like our lives.  Our walk with God.  We go along in our life, building it and living it the best we can, of course with God's help.  And sometimes life happens to us.  Maybe it is losing the love of our life or watching someone we know hurt in some way.  God never promised us all happiness.  Many times there are blessings in the rain drops.  And much like this tree, it feels like our life may have taken a knock but God allows ups to continue growing.  Fresh.  New.  Forgiven.  Redeemed.  We still have our roots grounded in God and are about to continue growing due to His love and grace!