“She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard.” Proverbs 31:16 Wouldn’t it be silly to plant a garden without expecting to reap a harvest? It seems equally ridiculous to stand over a field and expect something to grow without putting seeds, plants or effort into the ground. The same goes for the gardens of our lives. We can’t expect a harvest ...
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“I know that there is no good in them, but for a man to rejoice, and to do good in his life. And also that every man should eat and drink, and enjoy the good of all his labour, it is the gift of God.” Ecclesiastes 3:12-13 Taking a break seems impossible when lifestyles demand constant action. As a result, joy can get lost somewhere between busyness and weariness. It’s difficult to push up a ...
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