Tuesday 23 October 2007

Trees On Avon

Just as Victoria (Aust) is dubbed "The Garden State", so too, Christchurch (NZ) bears the title "The Garden City". Not surprisingly, there are numerous parks and gardens scattered throughout this colorful city.

This morning as we rode the 2.5km tram route I managed to capture a favourite view of mine as we passed over the Avon River. It's a scene that speaks to me of serenity and renewal.

Tree imagery is used frequently throughout the Bible to convey a variety of lessons primarily with the purpose of inspiring a faith confidence that fosters believers to be assured of the gift of life and hope that God offers us each eternally through our personal relationship with Jesus.

The Tree of Life still provides the firmest foundation and the best nourishment to weather the storms of life that come our way.

Are you connected?

Ezekiel 47:7 (NIV) ~ "When I arrived there, I saw a great number of trees on each side of the river."