A beautifully illustrated devotional book that looks at what we can learn about God from tending our gardens. Richard Littledale invites you to push open the garden gate and join him as he discovers the joy of gardening. A reluctant gardener, Richard took up 'project garden' to help combat the loneliness of bereavement, only to find that the physical transformation of his garden mirrored a real change in himself too. Follow Richard's journey through 52 tales and uncover what gardening can teach us about patience, humility, hope, fruitfulness and the abiding goodness of God. Beautifully illustrated throughout, each tale includes a gardening story, a biblical reflection and a prayer. Whether you are an enthusiastic beginner or naturally green-fingered, this gentle and encouraging book reveals inspirational thoughts about life and God from the perspective of the gardener. Content Benefits: This beautifully illustrated gift book, containing 52 devotions, explores truths that we can learn about life, ourselves and God from tending our gardens. Each tale has a gardening story, a Bible verse and reflection and a chance to pause and prayEach gardening tale is written in a conversational and accessible voiceBeautiful line drawings appear throughout the book adding visual appealEncourages even reluctant gardeners to see the joy gardening can bringHelps gardeners see the link between the natural world and GodEnables keen gardeners to see God in their workExplores the link between gardens and faithEnables you to spend time listening to God in natureIdeal resource for quiet times or devotional timesEncourages those who are bereaved to take up gardening as 'ecotherapy' to help deal with griefIdeal inspirational gift for any green-fingered gardenerSuitable for those just starting out or seasoned gardenersHardback cover and internal illustrations make this a perfect gift for anyone who loves gardeningPerfect gift for birthdays, celebrations, and moreBinding - HardbackPages - 368Publisher - Authentic Media
