Nobody planted this field of Brittlebush. No straight rows. No careful cultivation. They bloom because they’re there, on the corner of a busy intersection, quite visible for everyone to see. You’ve heard the phrase: Bloom where you’re planted. Maybe it should be “bloom wherever you happen to be,” in every unexpected moment, every unplanned encounter.
Be alert today to those moments when you can act in ways that portray the character of Christ. An extra moment spent in listening, a word of encouragement given, forgiveness offered or received, a simple smile accompanied by a “Good Morning.” If each of us did this, wouldn’t the world be a beautiful place? Then, just before retiring for the night, do a little honest inventory. Where and how did I show Christ to the world through my words or actions? The truth is, if you just show up in the moment of encounter, if you are alert to it, and if your spirit is joined to that of Christ, He will do the rest.
So, today bloom wherever you happen to be. You can make the world a better place, if for a moment. You can change the landscape of life into something very lovely. You, and the Christ who abides within you. May it be so, today and every day. Press on.
Shining Spirit 
I be trying to bloom today and into tomorrows.