I learned growing up that soaking fall rains bring healthy crops and pastures in the spring. So every fall I deeply soak my trees, bushes and perennials to a 6-8 inch depth. This protects their roots and tissue and helps them be ready for spring. I also think that the water stored in the ground helps promote oxygen and nutrients get to the roots in the spring.
I've been thinking about this in light of watching my boys grow up and working with my youth group. Last night we reviewed a verse that we learned last year and poured over it again. Just like these bulbs-God's Word needs to soak deeply into the soil of our hearts. This is my prayer. I pray that they will be "Trees planted by streams of water producing fruit in its season!"
In gardening and in relationships-- nurturing growth takes a long term perspective and investment.
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