Jesus speaking: ‘ Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.’ Matthew 5:3 Realise your spiritual poverty. Feel your need to be saved. Then this from God, the high and lofty One that lives in eternity, whose name is Holy; ‘ I live in the high and holy place, withContinue reading “Poppies from 2020”
Category Archives: nature/garden
Framed or in a vase.
Here are two verses one from the Old Testament and one from the New Testament of the Bible. They both use the word draw .(pull,drag) God speaking through Jeremiah ‘ I have loved you with an everlasting love and because of this I draw you to me.’ Now Jesus speaking about God using this sameContinue reading “Framed or in a vase.”
Calendulas: A vase of change.
Here is James speaking Every good giftEvery perfect giftIsFrom aboveandComes from the Father of lightsHe does not change.James 1:17 Change is the law of life. ‘When you blame others you give up your power to change.’ Robert Anthony And ‘ It may be hard for an egg to turn into a bird: it would beContinue reading “Calendulas: A vase of change.”
Pond lilies: the cow pond and at home.
Here is one of several people called James from the Bible speaking: ‘ Confess your mistakes to each other, and pray for each other, that you may be made well. The effectual prayer of a righteous person (availeth much) has the power to produce a desired result.’ James 5: 16 There are two words usedContinue reading “Pond lilies: the cow pond and at home.”
Yarrow and dill in a two handled vase
Here are two quotes one by E White who lived in the 1800s and John a disciple of Jesus when he was very old. ‘When we pray for Earthly blessings, the answer to our prayer may be delayed, or God may give us something other than what we ask, but NOT so when we askContinue reading “Yarrow and dill in a two handled vase”
July 2025 in the field
Paul talks to God about a health problem and he says: ‘ I have asked You three times to take this problem away and God’s reply was: ” My grace is sufficient for you: for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Then Paul’s answer to this is: ‘ I will gladly glory in myContinue reading “July 2025 in the field”
World Food Garden – Wisely
A kind promise as written by David inspired by God: ‘The Lord will preserve your going out and coming in from now on.’ Psalm 121 :8 ( I couldn’t think of a better word for preserve. It makes me think of food well kept to eat at any time. Really appreciated.) Nearly an acre ofContinue reading “World Food Garden – Wisely”
One lupin,one lily pad, and new ferns wherever.
I’m writing something said by Paul . I write his conclusion first to show why he is so confident, and then I write what sort of situation he has been in, with faith in God. Philippians 4: 19,12,13 Paul speaking: ‘ My God provides my needs because of the abundant resources and glory, which areContinue reading “One lupin,one lily pad, and new ferns wherever.”
Plants together in the garden
In this post, I start with two religious quotes. One from the Bible, the other from Bonhoeffer. They then lead me to look at the garden and how things work there. ‘ The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead, He is patient with you, not wanting anyone toContinue reading “Plants together in the garden”
An ‘architectual’ plant?
God is our place of safety, He is our strength. He is present to help. Psalm 46. (I have made these few words my own.) These tulip petals didn’t blow away. All three plants kept their “heads” and became strong distinctive shapes, each with a structure creating a visually impactful presence. They are not largeContinue reading “An ‘architectual’ plant?”
Acer and Mexican Orange Blossom in April 2025
At the birth of Jesus, the angels announced: ‘ Peace on earth, and good will to men.’ Then at His first appearance to a group after the resurrection Jesus words were: ‘Peace be unto you.’ Jesus wants those with doubts and fears to open their minds to Him. Jesus speaking : ‘ Behold I standContinue reading “Acer and Mexican Orange Blossom in April 2025”