From the mire~

While walking today, I saw this beautiful flower all by itself among the weeds.  It is a precious reminder to me that sometimes when we are going through tough times and seem to be alone, or surrounded with things that will choke us out, we can still grow into something beautiful. When life knocks you down, outside forces punch you, work overloads you, children break your heart, vehicles break down, health fails, remain grounded in the soil that will allow you to grow.  He will lift you up, strengthen you, and make you to stand tall and beautiful. 

“I waited patiently for the LORD;

And He inclined to me,

And heard my cry.

He also brought me up out of a horrible pit,

Out of the miry clay,

And set my feet upon a rock,

And established my steps.

He has put a new song in my mouth-

Praise to our God;

Many will see it and fear,

And will trust in the LORD.

Blessed is that man who makes the LORD his trust,

And does not respect the proud, nor such as turn aside to lies.

Many, O LORD my God, are Your wonderful works

Which You have done;

And Your thoughts toward us

Cannot be recounted to You in order;

If I would declare and speak of them,

They are more than can be numbered” (Psalm 40: 1-5)