Dandelions are known the world over.

Unlike most plants, dandelions are so hearty they can thrive in wastelands as well as lush forests. They’re found on frigid mountain tops, avalanche sites, burnt woods, and green pastures alike.

Wherever dandelions grow, they bring color to landscapes and health to both animals and people. Their buds, blooms, roots, seeds, and even bare stems are nutritious. Every bit of them is usable. Every bit enriches the environment around them.

Heartiness is only half their strength. The other reason dandelions grow nearly everywhere is because they so willingly share themselves. When all their petals are gone and nothing but an orb of seeds remains, the dandelion holds so lightly together that the slightest puff of wind sends the seeds to flight. They scatter abundantly, depositing the hope of more dandelions every place they go.

Jesus was like a dandelion.

He spent His days giving Himself away to both the wastelands of His time and the green pastures alike. He scattered Himself, His words, and His deeds like seeds everywhere.

Are you like a dandelion, improving the health of those you meet? Do you beautify wastelands? Can you thrive in cold, unfriendly environments? Are you liberal with Jesus, spreading His light and hope where you go? Say “Yes!” You can be like a dandelion today!