Today we hung an ornament of a lion, symbolizing how Daniel’s trust in God allowed him to remain unhurt in a den of lions. Daniel 6 “Daniel answered, ‘O king, live forever! My God sent his angel, and he shut the mouths of the lions. They have not hurt me, because I was found innocent in his sight. Nor have I ever done any wrong before you, O king.’ The king was overjoyed and gave orders to lift Daniel out…
Today we hung an ornament of the Rose of Sharon, symbolizing the prophets God sent to tell Israel of Jesus. Isaiah 9:1-7 “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” For more information about the Jesse Tree, see this site.
Today we hung an ornament of a fire, symbolizing how God showed His people that He was the true God through Elijah. I Kings 18:16-46 “He arranged the wood, cut the bull into pieces and laid it on the wood. Then he said to them, ‘Fill four large jars with water and pour it on the offering and on the wood…’ At the time of sacrifice, the prophet Elijah stepped forward and prayed: ‘O LORD, God of Abraham, Isaac and…
Today we hung an ornament of a crown, symbolizing the story of Solomon, his wisdom, and the temple. I Kings 3 “The Lord was pleased that Solomon had asked for this. So God said to him, ‘Since you have asked for this and not for long life or wealth for yourself, nor have asked for the death of your enemies but for discernment in administering justice, I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and…
Today we hung an ornament of a harp, symbolizing how the Psalms teach us to praise God and they point to the Savior. Psalm 23 “The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.” Hebrews 13:20 “May the God of peace, who through the blood of the eternal covenant…