True Strength

   In my devotions I was reading in Ezekiel 31, which talks abut the cedars of Lebanon.  These trees have been called the envy of the trees.  They are known for their beauty and strength.  Like all large trees they are impressive to the sight.  What make the cedars of Lebanon unique is that there are some varieties of the trees that actually hum or sound like they are singing when the wind blows through them.  This is a wonderful analogy for the Christian life.  Like the cedar of Lebanon our lives are to reflect the beauty, majesty and strength of the Lord.  We are like them called to be impressive examples of the creative power of God.  When the movement of the Holy Spirit is upon us we should sing and praise the Lord.  We should be the visible representatives of the Lord in our world's.  The temple was nothing more than a wooden house with gold lining.  The inside of the temple was made up of panelling from the cedars of Lebanon.  Interesting that the presence of God is associated with this tree.  You contain the presence of God and as His temple  are to glorify Him though our bodies.  I trust that is your wish today.  To be a showcase and example for all around of God's beauty, majesty, presence and power.