grapes everywhere

i love growing grapes. we've got three varieties in the back yard that are four years old and really producing. i'm finding their remains everywhere... in the van, on the deck, couches, kitchen, in books, etc. the kids just grab and munch. :)

grapes are a most excellent creation of the Lord. such beautiful and sweet fruit coming from a plant that grows like a weed and you don't have to water. just give it some sun and stand back.

you know--you find grapes everywhere in scripture as well! they are used in context of both judgment and grace, sorrow and celebration. just gaining an understanding of it's cultivation can take a lifetime to understand and perfect. i think the same is true for understanding the metaphor and meaning of grapes/vine/wine in scripture.

at it's most deepest level, the crushing of grapes and the wine that is made represents the blood of Christ that was spilled for mankind which we celebrate every communion with those who believe. the next time you have grapes, think about Jesus. :)