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Roots and Fruit

1/24/2021

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As we drove onto the lush, shaded property, I was taken aback at first sight of the giant. I had never seen a tree like it before— its branches extending some 25 feet from its sizable trunk.
 
Despite being over four hundred years old, Angel Oak was, and still is, just as strong and healthy as ever. I took dozens of photos with my unimpressive point-and-shoot camera that day. The tree was utterly and completely awe-inspiring.
There’s a woman in the Bible who I’m reminded of when I think of Angel Oak. She, too, is a sight to behold. She is trustworthy, hardworking, secure and kind. She’s got all of her ducks in a row... she is utterly and completely awe-inspiring.
 
Her name? We’ll call her Mrs. Proverbs 31.

I can’t remember exactly when I discovered her tribute, tucked away in the center of my Bible, but from that day forward I knew I wanted to be just like her. I made my to-do list and set out to be the best Christian wife and mom I could be. But all my efforts seemed to produce was a life that was far from “abundant” (John 10:10). It was completely exhausting.

 
Being like Ms. P was a noble goal, but the truth is that I had missed the point completely...
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