When the first stems appeared, I broke into a smile. Within a week, a beautiful bed of tulips decorated my yard. I had purchased the bulbs on a trip with friends and planted them when I returned home.

On our trip, we were enriched by visits to historical sites, tasting new foods, and taking in the amazing beauty of the countryside. Now those tulips give me a visual reminder of God’s blessings.

Each day, we have reminders of God’s faithful provisions that renew our spirit. Perhaps it’s a bill marked “paid” or a photo of sweet moments with family that bring joy. Reminders of God’s faithful presence sometimes come through experiences and sometimes through the beauty of tulips.