This morning Stephen and I went on a wintry walk with Georgia. Along the trail there were a number of branches that had fallen because of the snow. It made me think about how weather is helpful to prune the weak branches off the trees. It also made me think about what it is in my life that I need pruned. What extra weight/branches am I holding onto that no longer serve me.

I share this with you today, especially in this season where we can take on more responsibilities and committments, and carry stress within that doesn’t serve us. I invite you to join me to…

pause. breathe. pray.

May we ask God what it is that we need “pruned” out of our minds, hearts and schedules. Maybe we already know some things we are holding on to that we need to let go of. May we let go of what is no longer serving us so that we are pruned of what is insignificant in God’s eyes. And by doing this, may it help us grow fuller into who God made us to be.

With love and hope,
Shawn