By now those
who have read some of my ramble know that I am a gardener. I love planting seeds and watching things
grow. The thrill of seeing the wee little plants burst through the earth and reach
towards the sun never fails to lift my heart. I understand more and more why
Jesus gave parables pertaining to seeds and nature.
Everything
God has created is valuable and has a purpose. All seeds, all plants and all
those pesky weeds the Bible calls tares are valuable to us! Don’t forget weeds
are herbs and can be used medicinally for healing, though caution is needed as some
are extremely poisonous. I have grown Foxglove and the blooms appear like stately
shaped colorful bells. See the picture.
The
treatment is ranged for heart problems to kidneys. I would advise not to try
treating with such dangerous herbs unless a certified experienced professional
herbalist oversees your task.
Have you
ever seen Milk Thistle? Many have either plucked it up because of all the
thistles that are attached or cut it down. Milk Thistle is known to clean up
your liver! And, you can eat every part of the plant. I have been told that in
Europe they have milk thistle on tables for those who drink wine.
Stinging
Nettle is used for allergies and Lemon Grass is used to lower your cholesterol.
Look them up! Because they are herbs, the process of healing takes more time.
Weeds are
not fussy, they grow everywhere. They are God given and for us. If we are wise,
we educate ourselves and we use them for our health and for a good life. They
grow side by side and grow by our vegetables, just like Jesus said in the Bible
when he said:
“Let
both grow together until the harvest. At that time I will tell the harvesters:
First collect the weeds and tie them in bundles to be burned; then gather the
wheat and bring it into my barn.'" Mt. 13:30 NIV
Jesus was talking about the weeds and the wheat growing
together. However the weeds are those of the world or unbelievers and the wheat
are the believers.
In the meantime, we are actually reaping what the weeds
produce. Brilliant scientists have
discovered cures for diseases, invented the latest techno and worked very hard
to sell a house for us so they can get that commission. Some are weeds and some are wheat.
Those who believe in Christ cannot lose. Weeds work for us, not against us. A promising outlook is when everyone we meet
is our friend, teacher or employee. A
true friend sticks closer than a brother, no matter what we look like or what
we have done. We place a high value on those who have taught us life lessons
and when we become offended it is a good thing for our heart to be nudged and
reminded to respond with patience and love. The latter is working for our souls,
not against us!
Everyone you meet is either:
Your friend, teacher or your employee. Think about it.
The next time you put that bay leaf in your stew and stir
the pot, think about the value the herbs bring into your life. Yes, I honestly
believe that all things work for our good.
God bless you
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