Wildflowers

 

I always thought that Spring was the season for wildflowers.  Watching them pop up in west Texas on the family ranch has always been one of my favorite things.  God’s creation brings me such joy.  It brings me closer to Him.  The beauty of the sky at sunset, the majesty of the mountains, and the tranquility of a river are just a few things that remind me of God’s goodness.  But, oh, the wildflowers.  They speak to me in a different way. 

Last summer, we had some native grass seed spread on our property in town, and with it we scattered some wildflower seeds.  I assumed I would have to wait until spring to see them bloom.  I was wrong.  Within a month, I started seeing beautiful blooms and colors all over our property.  Each morning I would step out to drink my coffee and see even more.  New blooms almost every day.  Now it’s December, and they are still thriving!

What’s amazing about them is that they are all totally different.  They range from red to yellow to orange to the most beautiful shades of pink.  Some have one or two blooms and some have five to seven!  Some are short, and some are tall.  God created each of them to be unique, just like he did with his children.  I love what Jesus says about the wildflowers in Luke 12:

“Walk into the fields and look at the wildflowers. They don’t fuss with their appearance- but have you ever seen color and design quite like it?... If God gives such attention to the wildflowers, most of them never even seen, don’t you think he’ll attend to you, take pride in you, do his best for you? … Steep yourself in God-reality, God-initiative, God-provisions.  You’ll find all your everyday human concerns will be met.  The Father wants to give you the very kingdom itself.”   (Luke 12:27-28; 31-32 MSG)

Society tempts us to spend all our time, energy, and money on things that will help us look our very best and keep up with trends.  Jesus tells us to let go of such worries and fix our eyes on Him.  When we shift our focus from the things of this world to the things of Heaven, we begin to experience a peace and a joy that can only come from the Father.  He wants to provide abundant blessings for each of us, but we must be willing to look to Him.  Lean into Him.  Trust in Him.  Abide in Him. 

This Christmas season, remember the wildflowers.

Uniquely designed and beautifully blooming in their own designated space.

Joyful and Peaceful because their face is to the Father, and they trust Him to provide.

Shining for all to see His Glory.

Let it shine.