Spring Parables

One generation shall praise thy works to another, and shall declare thy mighty acts. Psalms 145:4

Have you had a chance to get outside this spring? The winter has been cold, wet, and windy here in the upstate. Finally yesterday we were able to get outside and enjoy the warm sunshine while we prepared our garden spot. 

I enjoy having the grandkids help with the gardening. We've found unique rocks, "turtle" eggs in the straw mulch, and picked buckets of berries. No matter what we're doing my favorite part is sharing something special about God's creation.

Jesus spoke in parables to the people using what they could see around them, sheep and pastures, fields and vines. Our busy lives prohibit us from exploring Creation the way agricultural societies once did - the way our grandparents did. This week our schools are on spring break. It is a great week to take a walk, clean up the garden, plan a picnic or a hike. Don't forget to look for ways to declare God's wondrous works and praise His name to our next generation who is trailing along behind us. 

Hey Kids: 

What did you see outside today?

• a spider web?
• bees collecting pollen?
• birds peeking in birdhouses in search of a new home?

How can you use these sightings to share the Good News of God's Love? 

Here are some ideas to help get you started.

• spiders trap unsuspecting bugs and devour them (I Peter 5:8)
• bees collect pollen to make honey to share with the whole hive (IICorinthians 6:1,2)
• birds search for the best home for their brood (II Corinthians 5:1)

What connections to God's word will you make this week? 

Blessings,

Gail