Lessons from a Garden 4

Lesson 4: Plant Flowers

We don’t usually link flowers with men. That is probably because flowers are associated with beauty and attractiveness, which is why my wife is in charge of the flower garden. That is not to say that I am uninterested. It was I who had to dig out all the old ground cover and spread and mix new topsoil into the garden. But she had the final say as to what flowers to purchase, and it was a joint decision as to how these were arranged in the garden. Flowers add color to our front yard and create curb appeal. They make our property more attractive and inspire admiration. Our yard would definitely be less inviting if we did not have flowers.

Where are the “flowers” in your life? By that I mean, what is it about your life that is attractive? And I don’t mean just your physical appearance, although that, too, can be attractive. But there are others things that can attract people to one another. Things that we do—smiling, offering a friendly handshake, assisting a neighbour, volunteering at a church. Things that we say—words of encouragement, giving praise, complimenting your spouse. Your life as a Christian can attract people to the Lord if you strive to be like Jesus in all you do and say.

Matthew 5:16

…let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.