There's no need to keep digging, I already know the most important message. Nothing else matters! - many, many people say these words nowadays.
The core is essential, no doubt about it. But that's actually the marked difference between the faith of our fathers and the same faith as understood and lived by us. Our ancestors were concerned with the root of the matter, while we - their present day descendants - mostly seem concerned only with fruit.
If the fruit is OK, why should we bother with roots? You see, roots perform a few key functions that support life. They anchor a plan in place, so no matter what forces might act upon the plant aboveground, the roots keep the plant stable and connected to its source. They store nutrients and energy to support ongoing life for plants, so much so that even when a tree is cutdown or burned, all is not always lost and the roots can still produce a new shoot. They absorb and deliver the nutrients that sustain the plant and make it grow.The roots are the conduit for life.
When we consider our roots, it helps us to understand our current perspective, experiences, and outlooks. It helps us to understand us. Our faith has roots, and when we look at them, we can more deeply understand our beliefs, practices, and most importantly - our relationship with God's Word today.
So, take care of your garden 🌳
Israel Bible Center Team 💝
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