Hey friends, a happy, wonderful spring to you. On the very first of spring, we enjoyed a beautiful 55° day, filled with sunshine and blue skies. I do make the effort to ensure that my outlook on life does not depend on great weather and plenty of sunshine, but consistent grey skies can make it rather difficult at times. Therefore, I basked in my warm temperatures and blue skies, every moment it comes around. I am thankful the Lord loves diversity both in us and in His nature. There are no signs of spring in our neck of the woods, as a matter of fact we are getting ready for a snow storm but spring is here, and winter must give way. Anyway, how was your week?
Are there any signs of spring near you? If you have the weather for it, take your camera for a walk in your neighborhood. Take a few deep breaths, just before you use the camera to take a few photographs of the beauty and wonder of spring the Lord has sent your way. I love spring, but as I’ve said before, I do enjoy the novelty of each season.
Spring depicts the beauty of what a relationship with the Lord brings to our lives, when we invite Him and allow Him full control. Spring tells me to wave my white flag in surrender to the God of the Universe. Spring says “stand in awe” of the redeeming grace of a Holy and righteous God. Spring reminds me of the wonder and beauty the Lord brings to my life, when I give Him full control. Spring says that though there may be no visible evidence of life, I need to press on. I need to believe that growth is progressive, not instant. I must call to mind that:
- Spring brings new life;it’s there in the tulips, whose shoots persist in spite of the cold that still invites the snow. A new life that belongs to us, when we accept the Lord as our Savior
- Spring heralds beauty;it’s seen in the clearer skies and felt in the warmer temperatures. We see it in our lives, when we ‘fear’ the Lord, when we respect and admire the Lord of the Universe.
- Spring invites fellowship. It’s there in the cluster of crocuses, which will seldom stand alone. We hear it in the laughter of the kids as they frolic in the parks and playgrounds. We experience it, when we spend time with friends and family, but more importantly with our Lord.
- Spring propels movement.It’s there in the scampering of the chipmunks as they forage for food. It’s ours when we put on our walking shoes and enjoy the company of others, while we talk about the goodness and greatness of our God.
- Spring springs growth. It’s there in the blossoming of leaves on the trees and it’s ours when accept the dictates of the Word of God as the final authority on our lives.
Happy spring, my friends. It’s time to celebrate…
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38 responses to “IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE…”
Hurrah!!! Spring!!!🌸🐦🌷
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Praise the Lord, I don’t think I could have endured the cold and snow for much longer 🙂 🙂 Thank God for spring
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Very true. Spring is a sign of rebirth. And tulips are my favorite flowers. Rejoice in the Lord. Amen.
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Beautiful post!! I have been doing just that (photographing God’s springtime wonders) since February, probably because of the incessant grey skies this winter. Not usually susceptible to weather-blues, but this year, wow! What a joy to photograph the budding redbuds, dogwoods, Bradford pears, Yoshimo cherries, daffodils, and two FIRST scarlet-red blossoms on my 4-year old baby never-before-bloomed camelia! I loved every one of your points and thank you for putting it all into words. Amen! Yes, Lord! Thank you!
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yesss and praise the Lord! walking with the intent to photograph forces us to slow down and experience the wonder of this beautiful earth 🙂 May the Lord bless you
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I’m so thankful for warmer weather on its way!! Clever words Brenda! Love this!!
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😂 praise the Lord. I am loving this weather, warm sunshine and longer days, thNk ayou, Lord
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I am so happy it’s Spring too! Brenda, you write in such beautiful words. There’s a reason that we celebrate Jesus living during this season❤️
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yes!! Spring celebrates His abundant love and sacrifice for us 🙂 We see that displayed as we remember Easter and the debt He paid that was never His to begin with; and He continues to bless us with beauty all around us. What w wonderful God we serve
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Thank you for your uplifting post! Even here in S.California we have had a blessedly wet winter. After years of drought, rain was so appreciated! Now we see the glory that God has made for us to enjoy, a.k.a. Flowers! God bless you!
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yeah! Praise the Lord for this blessing, your flowers have certainly made the news and brought joy to quite a few people. We serve the Great God.
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Minnesota is finally thawing out! Birds are singing and animals coming out of their winter abodes. I loved this post! It’s such a good reminder of God’s timeliness and provisions for all of His creatures! Blessings to you!
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thank you for the blessings 🙂 we too are thawing out, thank the Lord; He is good and today brought lots and lots of sunshine
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60’s and 70’s with some rain in north central TX. So grateful for the sun we’ve had to lift our hearts and the flowers peeking out to bring joy to our eyes. Praise God for His delights!
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amen and amen:) Isn’t sunshine amazing! It always bring gladness to my soul 🙂
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No spring here in India, we go right from winters to summers, unfortunately! Though the idea of spring definitely signals growth to and a new start to me.
Khanak x
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🙂 🙂 🙂 I am originally from the Caribbean and we only have perpetual summers with dry and wet seasons 🙂 🙂 I do love the beauty that spring brings 🙂
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In the 80s here in south Texas today and gorgeous! As you know we had a very wet, gray winter so I am basking! But alas , back to humid and partly cloudy tomorrow. It was nice today though ! Stay warm , friend .
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thank you 🙂 praise the Lord, we were in the 50’s yesterday 🙂 but we are down to 35, but it is a beautiful, bright, sunny day. May the Lord be with you
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Each season does bring is own reminders, we are in Autumn which had its own lessons 😉
Blessings,
Jennifer
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🙂 🙂 yes, it does; the changes in the colors of the leaves showcase the beauty. of God’s creation. I must admit I am certainly happy winter has gone 🙂 🙂
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I love your list of five that spring brings, and how you tied it all in to God’s glory! 😊🌺
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To the Lord be all the praise, Love this time of the year, the beauty the Lord sends our way
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It is in the 50s here in Nebraska and this weekend thunderstorms no snow but we don’t need rain because of flooding. I saw some robins yesterday, so spring is here 🙂 .
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I will definitely be praying for your city 😊 May the Lord be with you. We are expecting quite a few inches of snow and lots of wind 🌬
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The snow is falling here! 🙂 Almost whiteout conditions…but, it has been sunny the past couple of days, so I am working hard to keep that in mind and to know that Spring will come! What a wonderful list of reasons to celebrate…thank you! God Bless!
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That’s what the meteorologist says we should expect 😢 I guess we will just have to wait a tad bit longer for spring. But anyway above freezing is wonderful for me
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The calendar may say spring however here in Pa it has been snowing
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😂😂 yeah, so disappointing, but I am convinced that spring is inevitable
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so true
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Happy spring!! I saw our first crocus in the field all purple and lovely two days ago!! Daffodils are blooming and today is sunny!! We made it Brenda!! 🌹🌹🌻🌻
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Take some photos for me, I thinks our plants are afraid to show their heads 😂😂 this time of the year is so refreshing
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I sure will Brenda!! 🌹🌼🌷
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thank you, Vivian, thank you for this gift 🙂
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You’re very welcome dear Brenda! 💖
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I am so happy Spring is near! I love the longer days and more sunshine! Spring does mean growth to me as well, when we’ve had time to rest in our Lord (as the earth rests in winter), then we are rejuvenated and that produces fruit and growth! Thank you for your post today! Have a blessed day!
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Yes, love that analogy of rejuvenation; that rest is so necessary for us. May we relish this time of rest
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