6 Jul, 2006
June 28, 2006—An elderly White House resident is among the casualties of the massive rains that struck the mid-Atlantic U.S. this week.
A century-old elm tree planted by President Theodore Roosevelt toppled over (left) onto the curving driveway of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue on Monday, according to the Reuters news agency.
The tree, which stood near the north door to the residential part of the White House, caused no structural damage. It was removed and sent to the chipper the following day.
The north lawn of the White House and its elm trees have been featured on the reverse side of the U.S. 20-dollar bill since 1929. ~ Nancy Marion (Photo & story courtesy news.nationalgeographic.com)
Look at that Tree
Why is the cross of Christ the most famous tree ever?
Without Christ’s cross, God’s Story would not have a happy ending for us. No blood….no forgiveness. No sacrifice….no salvation. No Savior….no hope.
The old tree that fell by the White House last week was very historic and famous. It was pictured on a twenty-dollar bill. It’s gone.
The old tree that Christ died on is still a picture of life. Jesus’ blood paid the bill for our sin. His cross provides a way to God’s house.
How can you apply today’s part of God’s Story to your life?
If you have never received the gift of forgiveness made possible through Christ’s death and resurrection, tell God right now that you want Jesus to forgive you and take over your life. Let Him know that you are willing to follow Jesus and live for Him. (If this is you, contact us at the 3Story site so we can help you get started in your new relationship with God).
If you are a follower of Jesus already, grab a picture representing Christ’s cross off the internet and use it as your wallpaper for a month to remind you to reflect every day on Christ’s sacrificial love for you.
Pray right now… God, I praise you for the wonderful cross of Jesus. I don’t deserve such love and forgiveness, but your grace is so amazing! Help me not to take Christ’s cross for granted, but let your Spirit cause me to remember the most famous tree ever, every day.
How can you connect today’s story, God’s Story, and your story of faith with someone who needs Jesus?
Pray every day for the loving heart and listening ears of Jesus. Pray that Jesus will show you who to reach out to with the truth of today’s devo.
Use the story today about the White House tree to start a conversation with this friend about Christ’s “tree”.
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