Refreshment

Today's 1st daily reading really effected me today. I feel compelled to share part of it here.

"Blessed are those who trust in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. They shall be like a tree planted by water, sending out its roots by the stream. It shall not fear when heat comes., and its leaves shall stay green; in the year of drought it is not anxious, and it does not cease to bear fruit.

The heart is devious above all else; it is perverse-- who can understand it? I the Lord test the mind and search the heart, to give to all according to their ways, according to the fruit of their doing." Jeremiah 17:7-10

This passage was a great comfort to me and has renewed my strength. I feel like the tree stretching its roots out into the stream for refreshment so that during this time of drought my leaves will remain green. It is a challenge to live in the moment continuing to bear fruit when so much importance is at stake. As the 2nd paragraph of the reading says, "the heart is devious." My heart is certainly devious, it trys to drive me to anxiety and despair. I am grateful for these reminders that help me re-focus on my source of nourishment and the good works I have the opportunity to do right here and right now.