Did you ever smell the lemon flower? Its fragrance is so sweet
However, the fruit of the lemon tree is not very pleasant to eat
The appearance of the lemon tree is beautiful to see
It’s fruit, a ball of sunshine most would surely agree

Did you ever see the face of a child, the first time a lemon he eats?
It surely causes one to laugh knowing there will be no repeats
The value of the lemon tree is in its distinctive flavor
When mixed with the right ingredients one can see why it’s found such favor

It is in the bitterness of life you look to God above
He is powerful to save-to those who trust in His mercy and love
The Lord will teach you many truths found in the lemons of life
Things you could not learn otherwise in a world where there is no strife

Bitterness of soul is one of the flavors you will experience on this earth
Throughout eternity it will be revealed of the fruit’s true value and worth
Learn the lesson of the lemon tree and strive to value its fruit
When you desire to be led by God’s Spirit, His fruit will be your passionate pursuit

Debbie Furey
January 25, 2022

Psalm 71:17–20 – “Since my youth, God, you have taught me, and to this day I declare your marvelous deeds. 18 Even when I am old and gray, do not forsake me, my God, till I declare your power to the next generation, your mighty acts to all who are to come. 
19 Your righteousness, God, reaches to the heavens, you who have done great things. Who is like you, God? 20 Though you have made me see troubles, many and bitter, you will restore my life again; from the depths of the earth, you will again bring me up.”

Psalm 71
Galatians 5:16–26