Palm trees at a beach in Montego Bay, Jamaica
John 1:3-5 – New Living Translation (NLT)
“God created everything through him, and nothing was created except through him. The Word gave life to everything that was created,[a] and his life brought light to everyone. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish it…”
In the midst of a storm, defy all odds – and be like the palm trees in the picture above.
While writing this post, I found out from my research that there are so many different types of palm trees! I never knew 😇…I also learnt from the encyclopedia, that there are even male and female palm trees – again, who knew? In addition, palm trees are considered a “symbol of victory or triumph”…
Ok, that’s it for me on the research part of this great creation…
What comes to mind when you see a palm tree?
Well, I’m glad you asked ☺… for me, I’ve always been fascinated with the palm tree – and its many uses. I have seen it being used as medicine (healing), I have seen it bear fruit (fruitful), I have seen it being used to build homes (shelter), I have seen it being used for basket weaving or turned into traditional brooms (household products), I have seen it turned into drinks – called palm wine (memories of my #Nigerian roots 😁)….
I am sure there are many other things that could be added to the list above…..but I’ll stop here…
Now, with all of the above from one tree, you can see why I am fascinated. I thought to myself – now, if God can put all these in one tree, how much more what He has instilled in us (humans?) I believe that our Creator has given us strength just like or if not more than a palm tree – to withstand life’s challenges – though not always easy for sure…
Many of you out there have encountered, endured, and persevered through extreme hardship which some of us may not have survived.
YET!…You are still standing today!
This! In itself – is victory!
Dear one, these are challenging times indeed, and I feel it with you! It may not be on the same scale – and I may never know your stories. However, on this day (1st of March 2023), I just stopped by again to encourage someone.
And…
Even as things fall apart, and you feel there is no way out – I pray that you do not despair, but stand firm! – just like the Palm tree. Know that the light still shines in the darkness. Cry out to your Creator if you have to, but lift your head up and know who you are – A chosen one!
And, after you’ve done all that you can…. just stand!…
Be well….
The best is yet to come…
Ephesians 6:13-14 – English Standard Version (ESV)
“Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness,…”
***Picture taken at Montego Bay, Jamaica***
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