Joy in Abundance

 

Then God said, “I give you every seed-bearing plant on the face of the whole earth and every tree that has fruit with seed in it. They will be yours for food. (Genesis 1:29)

 

Ah, asparagus! Fresh from the farmer’s market. What a glorious time of year! Soon there will be cucumbers, strawberries, sweet corn and green beans – all from God’s good earth. Yes, a tasty time of year. These fruits and vegetables are extra special because they are only available - this straight from the farm fresh - only during a certain season of the year.

 

The opening scripture says God gives all this to us. Gives us – for our pleasure and enjoyment. What an awesome God we have!

 

Who remembers going out to the garden with a salt shaker and picking a tomato right off the vine? There’s just nothing like that first juicy bite!

 

Or picking blueberries from a bush in the summer sun and eating more than you put in your bucket? Purple lips and fingertips!

 

What simple pleasures! What pure joy! Planned and designed as gifts to us long ago – recorded in the book of Genesis. God made plans to give you abundant joy.

 

I encourage you to wander your local farmer’s market. Carry a basket and truly enjoy God’s loving gifts of fresh air, blue skies, warmth from the sun, a cool breeze and all the sights and tastes and smells from all the Lord God has made. His gift to you!