When I woke up this morning I heard the words, “The Garden of My Heart”
I knew the Holy Spirit wanted me to write a poem or something like that, but I didn’t know what. So, as I spent my quiet time with Him in the secret place these words flowed from my heart. This isn’t something new for me, I’ve been writing for 21 years from His inspiration and I give Him all the glory, honour and praise ❤️
My heart was barren as a desert, it once was a wasted wilderness, darkened by sin. Until one day Jesus entered the gate of my heart and His light of hope enlightened all my darkness. He broke up the foul ground and replaced It with rich soil. He planted His rose in the center of my heart and it blossoms and blooms in abundance, like no other rose. My desert now rejoices with great joy and singing. He also planted seeds of all kinds to help me grow and flourish like I never thought possible. A symphony of praise and worship has risen in the garden of my heart, how lovely is the sound as it endlessly flows. Living waters burst forth in the wilderness of my heart and sweet streams in the desert. The parched ground becomes a pool and my heart that was once thirsty and dry, now springs up fountains of waters, refreshing my soul.
Treasured milestones are placed so firmly throughout my garden and each one paves a path to God’s divine plan and purpose for me. In different seasons, valuable blossoms have put their imprint on my heart that will not fade or pass away. They are like a gift given to me throughout my journey to enrich my life, and I cherish the beauty of each one. The Lord has removed the weeds and the foxes that tried to spoil my garden, but the sweet blossoms continually grow in beauty for me to cherish always. I will forever treasure their very existence! They have touched my heart and the bond of love planted, cannot be replaced, it was all part of God’s plan from the very beginning.
Last but not least, there are garden sculptures and ornaments that are placed in the garden of my heart and each one represents the broken pieces that God has restored. He has given back to me all that I lost over my years of rebellion. Because of my past I am not worthy, but because of His great love and mercy, He looked beyond all my fault and saw my need of a Saviour. I was at the end of the road and there was no way out. He didn’t give up on me and rescued me just in time. I know Jesus is alive because of all He has done in and through me and as long as I live I will always love Him and cling tightly to Him. He is in the very center of my heart forevermore. ❤️
If you are struggling with life because of all that’s going on, I pray you will give Jesus a chance. Invite Him into your heart and life. I guarantee you won’t be sorry you did.
Love & Prayers, Jan (Lollita Faith)
Scripture ref. Isaiah 35
© PassionateHeart LFH April 27,2020
Author June Hodgins 