Fruit in the Desert

"And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to His purpose for them. For God knew His people in advance, and He chose them to become like His Son, so that His Son would be the firstborn, with many brothers and sisters."
Romans 8:28-29

Trust in the Lord with all your heart
And do not lean on your own understanding.
In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He will make your paths straight.
Proverbs 3:5,6

"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change and though the mountains slip into the heart of the sea; though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains quake at its swelling pride. Selah. The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our stronghold." Psalm 46:1-3,7

In the Holy Land, the Israelis working with what seemed like very limited resources and a very small space, perfected growing certain produce, specifically different melons, and tomatoes, in absolutely adverse conditions, using recycled brackish (slightly salty and unfit for a person to drink) water for irrigation. They found that the fruits produced here differed in size and flavor, being sweeter, and were bountiful and robust, exceeding expectations.

In this life, we sometimes go through desert experiences, planted for a season in a harsh environment for reasons unknown to us. Although we can find ourselves perplexed and pressed down, with trials of various kinds testing us, the Lord Jesus himself told us, and the Word prepares us for what can be a time of tremendous growth. He is with us, and we will not be abandoned and forsaken, even at what seems like the darkest hour, and the outcome will be a different fruit, robust and sweet. Fear not. Do not be discouraged or dismayed, because the truth is that He is with us, and will never leave us or forsake us.
Today move forward in joy, the joy of the Lord is your strength! Trust in Him, especially if you are in the desert...the new fruit is coming.