The collection of clay pots, at best, looked like clutter. "Why would anyone with such a lovely house, choose to pile a bunch of pots in their front yard?" I often wondered as I passed by the home on my sporadic, morning walks. Sitting between equally lovely homes that sported carefully manicured lawns, the cluster was an eyesore. But one foggy morning as I passed by, the collection made sense. Lush, vibrant green ferns spilled in glorious profusion from the pots. The square of concrete, cluttered with urns was transformed into an inviting courtyard. A space that spoke of tranquility and peaceful respite. Of quiet moments of solitude or pleasant conversation with friends. All because the pots were filled. It made me realize just how important filling is. A quick look around that morning showed unlit Christmas bulbs, deflated Christmas inflatables, and a plethora of other things that were meaningless without their filling. Whether it's greenery, light, air, or the Holy Spirit, the filling is important. Filling is defining. And WE were made for filling. Ephesians says for us to be filled with the Spirit, to be filled with the fullness of God (3:19, 5:18). 2 Corinthians 4:6-8 adds, "For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us." Christ in us is transforming. Suddenly, instead of taking up space, we add value to our world. We have purpose, a purpose which creates an environment of hope and peace and rest for those who drift through our lives. We become what we were meant to be, an asset of beauty--far beyond the empty, clay pot we would be on our own.
Tip/Tidbit: -Enjoy a filled pastry or treat and read Acts 2:4.
- Look into your heart. Is it filled with love, joy, peace...the fruit of the Spirit, or is there anger, envy, resentment, or bitterness?
-Make this Christmas season a FULL one, rich with the blessings of God flowing out of your life to bless those around you.
Tip/Tidbit: -Enjoy a filled pastry or treat and read Acts 2:4.
- Look into your heart. Is it filled with love, joy, peace...the fruit of the Spirit, or is there anger, envy, resentment, or bitterness?
-Make this Christmas season a FULL one, rich with the blessings of God flowing out of your life to bless those around you.
| "O Holy Spirit, descend plentifully into my heart. Enlighten the dark corners of this neglected dwelling and scatter there Thy cheerful beams." Saint Augustine |  |
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