"Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us."
Ephesians 3:20

"Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty." 2 Cor. 3:17 Sweet Gum Serving Jesus can Change Our Attitude Serving Jesus can Change Our Attitude tree I normally admire, threw its barbed fruit into yard with a vengeance. The west side of our yard was covered with them. Picking up the 1 1/2" barbed fruit more or less filled up my large wheel barrel that I use to haul firewood. I burned them in our fireplace and it surprised me how long they burned. Sweet Gum is a beautiful and healthy looking tree with dark green leaves and a straight trunk providing abundant shade. The Fall colors are outstanding. It can live in upland sites but thrives in wet lowland areas putting down a tap root. The tree is intolerant of shade, meaning it will grow in open areas. It is a hardy free resisting disease and insects, but can't hold up against fire. Sweet Gum has a unique barbed fruit. It is a prickly ball that is 1 1/2 inches in diameter. The barbed fruit stays on the free long after the seeds are gone. We spent a lot of time picking them up. I don't mind it though, because I love frees and welcome working in our yard. I got my kids to help and we had a good time together. While I was picking up the barbed fruit I was wondering why it didn't bother me. Many people would be complaining about the unexpected work. There are many things I would complain about, but an opportunity to work in the yard is always a pleasure. My attitude was good, because of my love for nature. Can we have a good attitude when we work for the Lord in areas which aren't fun? Jesus came to serve and He wants us to have that same attitude. (Mark 10:35) Jesus identifies with those that are in need. If we take the attitude that we are helping Jesus when we help others our heart will change. (Matthew 25:31-46) Our attitude makes all the difference in the world. Take the attitude of serving Jesus and it will take the pain of the job away and give you joy. We all want to be a help, but the work involved hinders us. When problems come, rejoice that you are able to serve Jesus. Do all that you do for Jesus and He will reward you for your work. - - -Scott McCrae Home | Back to Top

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