life lines

 "Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it." Proverbs 22:6

With tubing and string, the young tree in our friend's yard is getting good growing guidance.  At the right time, it will all be removed, and hopefully strong enough to continue growing into a mature, beautiful tree on its own.

Our schools are filled with students learning and growing from the various winds of influence around them. Many have a wonderful, solid support cast at home.  Some are weathering hard and trying times with little to no home support.  As we prepare for today's opportunities, let's remember we might be a needed life line for some... influencing, guiding and anchoring them to a life with a future and hope.  

Father,  help me to shepherd the hearts around me with Your love, understanding and gentleness. 

we are loved and chosen by God,

may we live like we believe it,
veneal