Today I find myself reflecting, remembering some of the events that have transpired over the past several years of my life. Pruning seems to be the most accurate description. If you know anything about pruning, you know that it is ugly, painful and must be done with the greatest of care so that the vine does not suffer irreparable damage. Therefore, pruning must be executed by a master gardener.
I am so thankful that the Master Gardener loves me enough to spend time pruning me. The pruning has been extremely painful at times, but I am thankful that He trusted me with the pain. The pruning has been ugly because the Master cut away some branches that I felt were very important, if not essential to me. But who am I to question the pruning of the Master, who knows what needs to be removed. After all, He is constantly working all things for my good.
Time passes, wounds heal, new growth comes, fruit follows and opportunities have opened that I never thought possible. None of which would have taken place had the Master not subjected me to the pruning process. Wow God!
Yes, pruning is painful and ugly but I chose to submit to the process knowing with absolute certainty that the Master is working it all for my good. I am learning as I go through the seasons of life that pruning is necessary and natural for continued fruit-bearing. I’m not sure what the next season will look like, but I am excited about its potential even if it means undergoing pruning.
