Have you ever watched someone mistakenly step on a beautiful flower?  Sometimes that is exactly how we feel when we get crushed by the travels of life.  Maybe it was a love one that was lost.  Perhaps it was a heartfelt love that was not returned.

     One thing that we can definitely agree upon.....life is hard.  We have all be 'crushed' in one way or another and by some degree or another.  But, please take a moment to consider this point.

     When a rose is crushed, it produces its greatest fragrance.  Grapes are crushed to make the most delicate wines.  There are many things that when 'broken down' from its original form become stronger and more dynamic than ever.

     The same can be said in our own lives.  We are God's precious children.....his instruments of hope and promise.  Whenever we get 'broken down' by things in life, God takes the pieces and begins the redesign process to make a masterpiece that is so spectacular, it cannot even be imagined!

     Do you feel broken down and crushed?  When you do, don't despair!  The master craftsman is on the job.  Simply fall to your knees in prayer and give all of the pieces to him.

     Stand back!  You will be amazed at the creative genius that begins to unwind.  Do not consider imperfection a flaw.  It is a mound of precious clay that the Potter uses to begin his masterful work.

     Observe and learn with amazement.  Look at the beautiful fragrance and awesome handiwork that comes from the Lord's heart!  Rejoice and be glad!!  He loves and adores you!!  

     HE IS ON HIS THRONE!  EVERY THING IS IN HIS HANDS!  HE WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU!  GOD BLESS YOU ALL!

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