No, not that kind of roots \u2013 I don\u2019t actually have a disreputable ancestry. \u00a0I am actually referring to literal roots \u2013 the kinds that grow deep into the soil and find nutrients for the plant to push its way far above the ground.\u00a0 The thought came to me as I was preparing shepherd\u2019s pie for tea last night using a freshly picked carrot from our veggie plot.\u00a0 I scrubbed the carrot clean and trimmed bits off before setting it on the counter to chop.\u00a0 The afternoon sun highlighted the vibrant orange of the carrot and it struck me how beautiful this root was. \u00a0As I thought about our garden, I realized just how many \u201croots\u201d we were growing \u2013 the deep purple beetroot, the gorgeous red radishes, the layered onions.<\/p>\n
Now, if I had been God at the time of Creation, I don\u2019t think I would have bothered to worry about making things that were buried underground beautiful.\u00a0 I would have focused my creative energy on ensuring that those things that are readily visible would be colourful and eye-catching.\u00a0 Of course, God knew that the things underground would be seen too and would provide wonderful nutrition for people and animals alike.\u00a0 I\u2019m so glad God didn\u2019t make a monochromatic world!<\/p>\n
As I continued to ponder roots, I couldn\u2019t help thinking of our ministry here at North Cotes.\u00a0 Our roles \u201cback home\u201d are much more of a supportive role to the front line missionaries out in the deepest jungles.\u00a0 But God designed the church to be a team \u2013 working together to accomplish His purpose.\u00a0 Just like plants have roots that help supply nourishment for the portion above ground, the church has those \u201cbehind the scenes\u201d that are no less a part of its mission in the world.\u00a0 And roots are a good reminder that God sees and values what\u2019s underground – I\u2019m so thankful for colourful roots!<\/p>\n
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