The Handmaiden's Studio: Thoughts on Tree Trimming

Seriously, my husband loves that new chainsaw.

My husband is trimming trees in anticipation of the snow. The last thing we need is a snow laden branch crashing onto the new roof. My job is to tidy up all the branches. We plan to coordinate a debris burn with the local fire department. All this trimming and hauling got me thinking about the organic metaphors in John 15.
John 15:1-2 states, " I am the true vine and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes." When I read this my first thought is: I feel pruned enough, can we stop now? The last year and half have literally brought me to my knees. I am ready to do whatever God wants. So, I am hoping I can move onto verse 7: "If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you." Because Lord, I am not even asking for a job for my husband anymore. I am praying for his highest spiritual good and whatever will serve your purpose. Amen.
The branch pile is big. Sweet Jesus, I hope I don't have that much debris in my soul...I don't have enough lifetime left to clear it! I do like the metaphor of clearing out though. If we clear out the dead wood maybe we leave room for the Holy Spirit to create something new and beautiful. I can't be sure, but that's my metaphor for today. Peace to you.