When I pray for the Holy Spirit to go with me and imagine going into a beautiful garden, I always always find Jesus there. He is sitting on a bench or the ground, sometimes pruning vines or smelling flowers, walking on a path or recently sitting on a high rock overlooking all below. I usually have way too much on my mind, but he is patient. I often ask questions and He responds with love and guidance. Sometimes we just walk, or a word or two will be given to me. Other times I listen to Him speak at length. Often scriptures and devotionals come later that confirm what was said and I always write down our conversations in a special journal.
God never disappoints. He is always there, and even in silent times He is always loving. Recently I was reading a post at another blog and came across a statement that just came alive for me. She spoke of the garden of her heart, and I realized that this is where Jesus meets me......in the garden of my heart. How precious is that?!
I have decided to share bits and pieces that come to life for me during this special time with Jesus. Things I hope will inspire, encourage, and give you food for thought.
Meeting Jesus in the garden of my heart. I am so very blessed.
4 comments:
Hi Renee,
We havent seen you since 1968! We live in Arden Hills, MN and would love to get together with you sometime! I love reading your devotions/journaling. I have to say, you are a gifted writer. Maybe you should publish a book!??
You two have been through a lot, but you are a testimony of God's faithfulness and healing power!! Praise the Lord! God bless you! Greg and Lois
Hello~~~What a nice surprise to have you comment on my blog! And thanks for the compliment on my writing...It has been on my mind to write a book although I don't think I am that good of a writer....I do enjoy writing very much! It would be nice to see you guys sometime too. I seldom travel except to the doctors but we are only two hours from the cities so maybe sometime you can come down for a visit. We have such fond memories of LBI/GVLC and have stayed in touch with a few from there.
Oh Renee, what a beautiful picture you have painted! I've been missing my time with HIM. My fault entirely.
Blessings to you today and always!
Love the encouragement here Renee. I've had a very stressful 5 weeks, (perhaps Sunday I will write a little about what happened over the weekend) Going into the Garden to talk with the Lord is the only thing that can keep you sane.
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