It’s a drought here in south Texas. Oh. so. dry. and temperatures rise daily into the high 90’s. The fact that we have rain should be exciting news. You’d think?
The sound of thunder and rain is music to my soul. The black clouds that dance over head are calming. However, I’ve not been so grateful!
This just isn’t a good time for a storm. I mean, I. had. plans! There was a trip to the hill country where a lazy day on the river and at the pool were foiled. There was my opportunity to learn in Richmond and it got cancelled. This is not a good time for rain!
Maybe you’re in the middle of a storm too. Oh it might not be a black-cloudy thunderstorm, but maybe instead it’s a full-blown storm of life.
Storms of life sneak up on us out of nowhere. They creep in with their dark clouds and rolling thunder. You don’t ask for them. They are absolutely never wanted at the moment. They wreck our plans.
I know that although my plans were rearranged for the weekend due to rain, the sun will come out again. Maybe not tomorrow, but oh how it will shine again! I have faith. God never let’s us down as the sun will shine through.
Are you stuck in the middle of a life storm? Are you so weathered in with black clouds thundering overhead that you can’t even envision the sun shining through again? If that’s you, I’m here to remind you with a short word today that the sun will shine through again. The Son promises so!
Hang on to the promises of God’s word, wake up each day expecting a ray of sunshine to break through. <—tweet that here! Then one day, when you are least expecting it, the sun will come out again.
You’ll be amazed at how brightly the Son will shine through your soul, once you’ve hung on with God’s truth and faith.
Oh hallelujah, the sun will come out again tomorrow!
And in the meantime you count your blessings as I’m doing over at A Holy Experience.
301. hearing the sound of thunder as you lay in bed
302. the birds singing in the rain
303. time with family – resting, relaxing
304. the sound of laughter from my niece and nephew
305. the magnificence of the Guadalupe River
306. an appointment to meet a drug-runner
307. a warm hug as gift cards were delivered
308. a simple sweet text from my hubby
309. an opportunity to retell a precious story of a homeless man
310. the joy of knowing your words make a difference (there’s a give-away check it out HERE)
311. as if knowing I still questioned, confirmation that words can make a difference (jewelry give-away – PERFECT)
312. our smokey grey and white cat who perches on our porch
313. watching my nephew BBQ steaks as he wants them just perfect for us
314. hubby filling up my gas tank and getting the car ready for my trip
315. mentors who spur me on
316. finding the perfect song for my podcast, which will begin next week (highlighting this one so you will hold me accountable)
317. my brain that can kind of, sort of figure out techy things
318. the Word as it comes to life as I prepare to speak this weekend
REMEMBER to sign up for Alene’s new online study “Easy Street” beginning August 2nd. Details found HERE.
Oh those storms—they can scare you to death, teach you to trust, and cleanse your soul, all at once. Though we dread them, oh, how we need them in our lives.
Oh, storms….such a hidden blessing in each of them!
Loved this post, friend. Thank you!
girl–you’re on a roll talking straight to my heart!
And “my brain that can kind of, sort of figure out techy things” …. oh how I would love to have that grace my gifts journal! haha! (I’ll let you know if it ever does) :)
I’ve had my share of storms. I love this post! It’s so true and so encouraging. I try to hang on to God to help me carry me through the storms. :)