Positive Sayings

Posted by Ginger~~Enchanting Cottage

200 year old Oak Trees



Pearls for the Soul
By Richard Alan Naggar


When we long for life without difficulties,
 remind us that oaks grow
 strong in contrary winds,
 and diamonds are made under pressure
~~~~~

Good timber does not grow with ease.
The stronger the wind, the stronger
the tree.
~~~~~


Isaiah 41:10 

10 So do not fear, for I am with you;
   do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
   I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

I hope that you have the time to visit Spiritual Sunday and read some very inspiring post. Also even if your not a part of Spiritual Sunday please stop by our Prayer blog and pray for those who have asked for prayers.
Blessings,
Ginger

This entry was posted at 7/01/2011 . You can follow any responses to this entry through the comments feed .

18 comments

Great post today :) :) I LOVE that photo. Those tree branches are hanging so low, they 're practically touching the ground. Just beautiful :) :) Have a good weekend. Love and hugs from Oregon, Heather :)

July 1, 2011 at 4:26 PM

I think today I must be sparkling like a diamond! =) Seriously, you are so right - thank you for the encouraging words and verse.

Blessings, Joan

July 1, 2011 at 6:00 PM

Those are such refreshing and comforting words! I have never heard the quote about the trees, but what a quote! =D

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July 1, 2011 at 6:02 PM

Great post and I love the picture. Hope you have a great weekend.
Hugs & blessings,
Charlotte

July 1, 2011 at 7:33 PM

Love this, Ginger.

Many blessings,
Joan

July 1, 2011 at 9:44 PM

What a beautiful poem and bible verse! Blessings, Joanne

July 1, 2011 at 11:23 PM

I always need reminding that hard times can be good times—the Lord grows us up in them.

July 2, 2011 at 9:08 PM

love this verse. Hope your weekend is the best.

July 3, 2011 at 9:24 AM

Hi Ginger,

The first word in my mind when I read this was, "Wow!" Now, I admit that it does not come close to expressing the thought conveyed by your post, it does express the honest, simplicity and impact it has upon me.

To realize that life does not exist without struggle, and strength of character is not built without adversity gives encouragement to those of us who face difficult circumstances.

It is God who watches over and extends grace to our lives. As a man, I have faced difficulties, but I've come to realize that others have faced far dire circumstances and proclaimed that God's grace "is sufficient".

Thank you so much for the reminder from Isaiah that God says, "I am with you...I am your God."

Blessings and peace.

MTJ

July 3, 2011 at 12:51 PM

God's pearls are the best of all, aren't they? Love the picture of the sheltering tree. "The stronger the wind, the stronger the tree." Love that!

Thanking God for the wind...
Pamela

July 3, 2011 at 4:39 PM

Oh, how close this is to what I posted about the harsh weather that God uses to produce magnificent beauty. And how He can use the harsh circumstances in our lives to produce His splendor.
WOW! The Holy Spirit is inspiring many to post on this similar topic.
Sunday blessings to you,
Janis

July 3, 2011 at 6:08 PM

Hello Ginger,
Love the picture of the tree. The poem and scripture you shared were perfect with the photo. Thank you for sharing and for your visit.

Blessings,
Sandi

July 3, 2011 at 10:40 PM

I loved your beautiful picture, quotes and verse.

July 5, 2011 at 1:12 AM

I've grown the most during great difficulites. So why do I fight them when they come? We do just need to trust in God's strength.

July 5, 2011 at 4:33 PM

This is wonderful, encouragement for me today. Thank you so much for sharing and always for hosting Spiritual Sunday. God Bless You! Anne

July 10, 2011 at 12:05 AM

Thanks for sharing such amazing wisdom!

Take care and best wishes for a great weekend!
Natasha.

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December 5, 2011 at 3:55 AM

great post. its encouraging for me today.

December 5, 2011 at 6:38 AM

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