"Faith Walks"

Linden Tree Article; May 20, 2012 

  

Blueberries 

Written by Peter Bernard 

 

When it comes to dessert, I readily admit to being a pie man. When it comes to pies, cherry is my favorite, and apple pie is a close second. Even so, there are times when neither cherry or apple will do—when only a piece of warm blueberry pie, piping fresh and bubbling from the oven, can satisfy me.

 

What is it about the blueberry? It’s the smallest of fruit, typically no more than a centimeter. In its own way, however, it may be one of the most remarkable.

 

When researchers move beyond its beguiling flavor, they see a potential ally in the war on cancer. Blueberries may help prevent Alzheimer’s disease and fight hepatitis C. Feeding blueberries to animals lowers brain damage from stroke. Other studies found that blueberries lower cholesterol, reduce blood pressure, enhance memory and even treat symptoms of depression!

 

This isn’t a message brought to you by the National Blueberry Council. It’s brought to you by God.

 

Though a blueberry might be small, is it any less of miracle than a mountain… or a planet… or a person?

 

Blueberries remind me that God has a way of providing everything that we need. These gifts might seem inconspicuous at first. They may come to us in unexpected ways. The packaging may be ordinary. The purpose may be clouded. Yet look beneath the surface, and you’ll realize God’s work is at hand, always looking after us.

 

I hope you plan to attend the pancake breakfast tomorrow morning. Before you eat, I invite you to say a prayer and thank God for giving us everything we need. And when you place your order, tell ‘em, “Don’t be stingy with the blueberries.”