Philippians 2:3-4
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility
value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests, but each
of you to the interests of the others.
Grandchildren remind me of flowers. Over time, they bloom and grow into themselves. We are blessed to have wonderful grandchildren who respect us and help us. I don’t take that for granted. We give credit to their parents who have raised them to love God and love people.
A few months ago, I mentioned I would need help in my little
flower garden. I like to play in the dirt, but I can’t do what I used to. My granddaughter
Dylan volunteered. April zipped in after the flurry of March, and I stopped in
Lowe’s for some garden soil. Of course, I got distracted by the colorful perennials
and purchased a pink and a purple columbine and a pretty pincushion flower.
I sent Dylan a text that Sunday and she came on Monday. This
young lady knelt in the dirt, planted flowers, dug out others, moved a few, sprinkled seeds and
smiled. When she stood, she was covered in dirt and mulch and she looked lovely,
because she wore humbleness and helpfulness in all its glory.
Dylan graduates high school this year, and I know she’ll
bloom into whoever God intends her to be. She already has a great start, a
wonderful work ethic, and kindness for others.
I’m calling this section of my flower bed, Dilly’s garden,
and I’ll be blessed each time I admire my granddaughter’s work.
If you have children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, or any
children you love in your life, show them how to love others without wanting
something in return. Teach them to help others by helping them. Show kindness
and kindness will blossom and show appreciation.
We all have someone in our lives to nurture. The best way is
to share the love of Jesus.