Leaves of Promise

To him who is able to do above and beyond all that we ask or think according to the power that works in us. —Ephesians 3:20–21

Several summers ago, I faced a painful season when a loved one fell to temptation at great personal cost. I observed signs of repentance as summer matured to fall. But my loved one still struggled. On my daily walk, I was once again crying out to God when He directed my gaze to the carpet of leaves covering the path. I picked up one gold leaf, a brilliant red, and then a third.

My sorrow-filled reverie was interrupted by the amazing realization of what lay in my hand. Three leaves, once young and green, but now a glorious transformation. The tender epiphany brought me to a standstill.

If God is able to bring such a beautiful transformation to display His glory in these leaves, would He not do the same for my loved one?

When I get discouraged, I pick up one of the “promise leaves” and reflect on God’s ability to transform and His care for His own, and my faith is renewed.

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“Leaves of Promise” (ReviveOurHearts.com/blog)

Scripture taken from The CSB