Monday’s Devotion: Deep Roots

Proverbs 12:12  The wicked desire the stronghold of evildoers, but the root of the righteous endures.
Colossians 2:6-7  And now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord, you must continue to follow him.  Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness.

The asphalt driveway down to the neighborhood pool is so bumpy that one must drive on it with much care.  These large bumps are caused by tree roots pushing the pavement up.  On one of my walks last week I came upon and entire section of thick concrete sidewalk that had been pushed out of place by a tree root.  The bible talks about roots in numerous verses.  It’s used to describe ancestry – Jesus comes from the “root of Jesse” and as a foundation for strength and stability as in the above verses. I want to have my roots deep into the foundation of Christ – meaning that my faith in Christ gives me the boldness to get through each day confident of the help of the Holy Spirit and grace and blessings of God.  This past week I saw news clips of numerous large old trees that had fallen over during local storms.  One fell on Fox Brothers BBQ destroying a dining room, delivery van an employee’s car.  Although large, these trees fell because they had shallow root systems.  They were felled by the winds of adversity.  We can protect ourselves by growing strong in our faith and rooting ourselves firmly in the body of Christ.

Holy God, help us to anchor ourselves in thee. Guide and bless us this week. Help us to overcome challenges and to feel you love and strength each day.  We ask in Jesus’ name. Amen.

Have a great week!
Paige