Problems are just as expected as petals falling.
“Therefore let those who suffer according to the will of God commit their souls to Him in doing good, as to a faithful Creator.”
1 Peter 4:19 NKJV
Petals & Problems
Garden
Clinging To Hope
Even when it falls, hopefully some seeds will sow.
“I cling to Your testimonies;
O LORD, do not put me to shame!”
Psalm 119:31 NKJV
Plastic Plant
They never need pruning and they never grow.
“Endure hardship as discipline; God is treating you as his children. For what children are not disciplined by their father?”
Hebrews 12:7 NIV
Scarlet
“But the LORD said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The LORD does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart.”
1 Samuel 16:7 NIV
Historic House
“By wisdom a house is built and by understanding it is established;”
Proverbs 24:3 BSB
Wisdom
“If you seek her as silver,
And search for her as for hidden treasures;
5 Then you will understand the fear of the Lord,
And find the knowledge of God.
6 For the Lord gives wisdom;
From His mouth come knowledge and understanding;
7 He stores up sound wisdom for the upright;
He is a shield to those who walk uprightly;”
Proverbs 2:4-7 NKJV
Walkway
“Who is wise? Let them realize these things.
Who is discerning? Let them understand.
The ways of the Lord are right;
the righteous walk in them,
but the rebellious stumble in them.”
Hosea 14:9 NIV
Steadfast
As sure as the leaves fall, trials are inevitable, but it’s only for a season.
“Cast your burden upon the LORD and He will sustain you;
He will never allow the righteous to be shaken.”
Psalm 55:22 NASB
Eternal
“Blessed are those who wash their robes, that they may have the right to the tree of life and may go through the gates into the city.”
Revelation 22:14 NIV
Budding Believer
Putting off the decision to truly commit your life to Christ has consequences.
“And do this, understanding the occasion. The hour has come for you to wake up from your slumber, for our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed.”
Romans 13:11 BSB