John 8:12. “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life”.

Every morning here in Maui, I take a long walk along the beach. The mornings are fresh and beautiful and there is much to see and experience! One thing I have always loved are the Palm Trees. I love their long green fronds at the top swaying in the wind, and their long trunks as well. I find myself taking more pictures of these trees than anything!

I have noticed many Palm Tree trunks are curved and appear to be learning toward the ocean. I thought it was for nourishment from the water, but they are actually reaching for another life source, the light.

This little fact makes me laugh with joy! For where does our life source come from but the Son Himself! I can name many things I may need to survive, but Jesus is the Way, the truth and the life! He will direct us toward anything else we need in life.

Isn’t it funny how I learn so much from a leaning Palm Tree in Maui? The walk, the ocean, and the refreshing breeze here are wonderful and I love them all. But my heart will forever remember this little lesson of the leaning, the curved Palm Tree.

The next time you are near the ocean, enjoy a morning walk with coffee, a prayer and a Palm Tree. For their presence will always bring to mind the life source of your heart, Jesus!