Gratitude is Harvest Festival, So Celebrate!
“Rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.” Colossians 2:7
As February fades into memory, think of it as a hidden treasure chest that quietly stores blessings waiting to be discovered. Just as a gardener anticipates the bloom of flowers beneath the frost, we too can find joy in the silent work of gratitude. Recognize that God often makes profound changes deep within our lives before they manifest on the surface. Remember, “Looking back is reaping; looking deeper is worship. Thank Him for the roots of tomorrow’s courage threading today’s hidden earth.”
Consider the Israelites who brought their first fruits to the temple. This act was not just a ritual; it was a celebration of God’s provision and the promise of future harvests. When they offered their best, they acknowledged the roots growing in the unseen. In our lives, every prayer of thanks is like that first fruit — a declaration of faith in the harvest yet to come.
Psalm 92:12-15 says, The righteous will flourish like a palm tree, they will grow like a cedar of Lebanon; planted in the house of the LORD, they will flourish in the courts of our God. They will still bear fruit in old age, they will stay fresh and green, proclaiming, “The LORD is upright; he is my Rock, and there is no wickedness in him.”
Reflecting on Colossians 2:7 reminds us to be “rooted and built up in Him.” Gratitude helps us to nurture those roots, allowing our spirits to flourish like a strong tree in the warm sun. Psalm 92:12-15 beautifully illustrates how the righteous will flourish like palm trees, thriving under God’s care. As we express thanks, we are tending to our spiritual garden, enabling growth that will be visible in due time.
Remember, “Each small miracle — bulb, yeast, or grace — invites us to pause and reflect; gratitude is our way of honoring the hidden miracle in the mundane.” Each word of thanks is like watering the seeds of hope that God has already planted in our hearts, allowing new life to spring forth. As we focus on what has been nurtured underground, we are also preparing our souls for the abundant blessings yet to reveal themselves. Amen. Revelation 22:16 says, “I, Jesus, have sent my angel to give you this testimony for the churches. I am the Root and the Offspring of David, and the bright Morning Star.” Amen.
Prayer for the Day!
Heavenly Father, thank You for the unseen growth in our lives and the blessings we have yet to see. Help us to remain steadfast in gratitude, knowing that every root nurtured will eventually become a fruitful blessing. May we celebrate the bounty of Your grace that prepares us for a rich harvest in the days to come. Amen.
