July 9, 2010
Read Jeremiah 17-19
Jer 17:7-8 “But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in him. 8 He will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.”
WHEN YOU travel through some of the drier climates in the United States, you’ll often see lines of Russian Olive trees along streams and fields. The tree is described to be extremely tolerant of environmental factors. It is the best windbreak tree for high wind areas. Russian Olive trees can be made into a hedge by planting 10 feet apart in the row. The tree has low water requirements and displays a high tolerance for salt and alkali. Its stems, buds, and leaves have a dense covering of silvery to rusty scales.
The Russian Olive tree is a picture of what you can be as you trust in the LORD. You will be rooted in the eternal power of your Creator God. You will withstand the winds of wickedness that blow through the world as you are rooted in the Wind of the Spirit.
As you trust in God, you will offer a sweet aroma to those you know who are longing for the sweetness of faith, hope and love.
Trust in the LORD. Root yourself in his truth. Break the winds of sin and disperse the scent of salvation.
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