Forest Church

I was hiking through the woods today. It's that time of year when all the leaves have fallen and are coating the ground. It makes the views great because you can see so far without the summer leafy vegetation.  It's also great because it's not hot! 

I love having seasons and seeing the changes that come with each one. They're unique and show a different truth about God. 

Seeing the leaves on the ground and the fallen seeds reminded me of the generational journey of the church. The things that were the fruit and glory of those before us are beautiful. We enjoy them in their prime like summer, they're beautiful as they turn to fall and begin to drop the seeds. The leaves fall and coat the ground, becoming the compost and rich soil for the future growth that is to come. It happens year after year as the forest is like the church, with different generations all living together in community. They drop the seeds that grow and become the future forest and future church.

I love how physical reality points to rich spiritual truths, revealing God in each and every little thing.