September Salads — A Harvest of God’s Character
As the air shifts toward autumn, and September brings the last fruits of summer, and the temps are dramatically lower, I find myself in the kitchen tossing together salads that taste like both sunshine and the promise of cooler days. Food is never just food—it can be a metaphor, haha, you know it, it’s a metaphor used as a reminder, and nourishment for both body and spirit. Each ingredient whispers something about the nature of God. Lettuce – God’s Faithfulness Every salad begins with a foundation. Crisp green leaves hold everything together. Like lettuce, God’s faithfulness is the bedrock of our lives—steady, abundant, dependable. No matter what we add or how the recipe changes, His steadfast love endures. Tomatoes – God’s Generosity Bright, juicy tomatoes burst with flavor. They remind me of the generosity of God—overflowing blessings, vibrant color, and nourishment that surprises us with sweetness in unexpected places. Cucumbers – God’s Refreshment Cool slices of cucumb...