Monday 16th – Spiky Plant Proves to be Fruitful – Part 1
Reflection.
Written by John Partis.
A painful encounter with a very spiky plant in a public garden leads to an unexpected discovery… and a deeper reflection.
In “Spiky Plant Proves to be Fruitful – Part 1,” John begins exploring the remarkable story of the pomegranate—a fruit that appears throughout the Old Testament as a symbol of abundance, blessing, and God’s provision.
From ancient trade routes to biblical imagery, this intriguing fruit has quietly served God’s purposes for thousands of years.
But there’s also a question worth pondering:
Why would something so fruitful come with such sharp thorns?
Part 1 introduces the plant, its history, and its place in Scripture.
And in Part 2, we’ll explore the surprising lesson behind the spikiness.
🍎 A reflection that begins in the garden… and leads straight into God’s Word.
Friday 20th – Abraham’s Mess, God’s Grace (Part 12 of The Journey of Faith Devotional Series)
Written by Jill Partis.
In Part 12 of The Journey of Faith, Jill reflects on a sobering moment in Abraham’s story.
After years of walking with God, Abraham falls back into an old pattern of fear and deception—creating a situation that threatens both his family and the unfolding promise of God.
Yet the story does not end with failure.
“Abraham’s Mess, God’s Grace” reveals a powerful truth: even when God’s people stumble, His purposes and His grace remain steadfast.
A challenging and encouraging devotional about human weakness, God’s faithfulness, and the journey of faith.
✨Have you ever felt that a failure might disqualify you from God’s purposes—or could His grace be calling you to rise and walk forward again?
Don’t miss it.
