Lilies of the Field "Do Not Labor or Spin."




“And why do you worry about clothes? See how the lilies of the field grow. They do not labor or spin.  Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these.  If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will he not much more clothe you, O you of little faith? 
Matthew  6:28-30

I love growing lilies and watching them grow and bloom! Seeing them in my garden always make me think of these verses. (I realize the pink flower is a petunia, but it was already in this picture collage.)
 
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Comments

  1. KristenJune 24, 2012 at 6:05 AM

    What a beautiful picture, and a perfect reminder not to worry!

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    1. cairncottageJune 24, 2012 at 6:29 PM

      Thanks, Kristen! I especially love both, also!! :)

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  2. sonyamacdesignsJune 24, 2012 at 12:24 PM

    No need to remove the petunia ... this is one of my special BV or scripture!

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    1. cairncottageJune 24, 2012 at 6:30 PM

      So glad you like what I posted today. Thanks for stopping over.

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  3. CarolJune 24, 2012 at 1:22 PM

    The lilies are lovely, thank-you for sharing a bit of your garden!

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    1. cairncottageJune 24, 2012 at 6:31 PM

      You're so welcome, Carol! Have a wonderful week!

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  4. caryjoJune 24, 2012 at 2:00 PM

    This scripture is a good reminder of the love of God, the beauty He created... and the fact that I don't need to concentrate on clothes and "things"... He will provide what is needed, especially as I trust and rely on Him.

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    1. cairncottageJune 24, 2012 at 6:32 PM

      Definitely! God doesn't make mistakes and takes care of us in every way! Blessings to you.

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  5. Sylvia RJune 24, 2012 at 7:13 PM

    So beautiful, this combo of imagery and scripture, my eyes well with tears. Thank you for the lovely blessing!
    (And I also like Caryjo's insight into the passage.)

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    1. cairncottageJune 25, 2012 at 9:51 AM

      Oh, Sylvia, So glad you were blessed. God is so good!

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  6. child of GodJune 24, 2012 at 7:36 PM

    Hi Ann,
    I love nature and I really love how God has dressed up our earth. All the different colours and designs are so beautiful. When I read this verse I always think about how different and more vibrant the colours will be in heaven.

    Beautiful pictures!
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    1. cairncottageJune 25, 2012 at 9:52 AM

      Me too. Can hardly wait to see what God has in store in His house!!! :)

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  7. betty-NZJune 25, 2012 at 5:03 PM

    That's the second time this verse has crossed my path today. Thanks!

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  8. BARBIEJune 25, 2012 at 9:03 PM

    Thank you for this reminder that God will always take care of my needs.

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