"Be patient, therefore, brothers, until the coming of the Lord. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient about it, until it receives the early and the late rains. You also, be patient. Establish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is at hand." -James 5:7-8 The Tree was a bit late in showing its beauty this year. But that's okay! We've all hear the saying, good things come to those who wait, and what a beauty that The Tree gave us after staying green for so long. Even as we should wait for things of the world and be patient with them, we should wait for the Lord and wait for his timing and not to push our own timeline upon him. God has it all figured out and will, in time, sort everything out according to his will. This fall season was a great example of how to be patient and surrender your hold and wishes. I was worried that this tree would change colors while I was away and would drop its leaves before I returned; and yet, I got back just in tim...