The rains of April have showered us with the preparation of God's annual flower show. A quick look outside will show buds turning into leaves and the trees reach out in praise toward God to receive the bounty of his sunshine. All is right with the world as it yawns in the great awakening.

Yet we may find that life isn't quite so easy for us. Our lives can become quite complicated and confused. We experience seasons in our lives just as the earth experiences seasons. Perhaps we can reach out toward God to receive his bountiful provision. Sometimes that means make a choice to sacrifice. Try to give back to God a sacrifice of praise this month.