ROOTED AND GROUNDED

ROOTED  

One meaning of the word is to be established deeply and firmly.  If something is rooted it is secured and fixed to something solid.  Because of this, it makes it grounded. 

To be rooted you must also know the origin and cause.  Knowing this will cause you to hope amidst difficulties and challenging circumstances.  

Daniel knew that long before he entered the lions den.  He was rooted and grounded so when faced with the threats of the lions he rested in His faith and security of God's protection and will for his life.  

The eternal extraordinary plan of God is even known and talked about by Angels- This should settle and ground you in His love.

Ephesians 3:10,17 (KJV) 
To the intent that now unto the principalities and powers in heavenly places might be known by the church the manifold wisdom of God,
That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love,

TODAY'S FOCUS:  KNOW THE ETERNAL PLAN

It is important to be grounded in the foundation and not on the surface.  Surfaces are attached, and therefore not rooted and can be easily be removed. You can stumble or fall off when the surface is lifted. However, if you are rooted and fixed to the unmovable foundation you will remain secured in times of adversity.  

In times past God did not share His plan with everyone.  The secret is out now. God has shared the eternal plan with all of His children.  Even the principalities of heaven know that the "Gentiles will have their full share with the Jews in all the riches inherited by God’s sons; both are invited to belong to his Church, and all of God’s promises of mighty blessings through Christ apply to them both when they accept the Good News about Christ and what he has done for them."

When you are rooted and grounded you are not moved by threats, changes or the future, because you know the cause and origin of both your circumstances and Who has planted you. Know that you are planted in good soil through the word of faith. 

You do not need to check out the lions, think about if they are dangerous or if you will survive.  If you do, your faith is in the wrong thing.  Your faith should be in the foundation of the word that promises you that you will be protected and preserved.

Remember, let Christ be more and more at home in your hearts.  As you trust Him and know the security of your foundation, may your roots go down deep into the soil of His marvelous love.

God bless you and Keep the Faith!

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