I Want to Be a Tree

I Want to Be a Tree

November 29, 2023

Tera J Lee

I noticed the trees this morning while walking with my physical therapist, Miss Theodora, my 10-year-old black lab. The trees are mostly bare as we move further into fall towards winter. Although bare, they still stand tall, branches outstretched, praising the Creator with their roots firmly planted in their source of life.

I am currently in a “Winter of Discontent.” I have had my leaves stripped from my branches. My career was being threatened; even my character was attacked. Most days, I can stand firm in my foundation, firm on the Rock, Jesus Christ. Most days, I can raise my hands and my voice in praise to the Creator, the Lord God Almighty. Today, as I prepare to go against my giant, my Goliath, I feel frail and weak.

I’ve walked through valleys before and always came out safe and sound because I knew God was with me (Psalms 23). Today, I am afraid, more scared than I can remember. I will put my trust, and my faith, in God (Psalms 56:3-4)

Today, I will be strong and courageous. I will not be afraid or terrified because of my Goliath, for the Lord my God is with me; He will never leave nor forsake me (Deut 31:6).

Today, I will be a tree.