The Sudden Storm
Author: Bob Peterson (Texas, US)
My bass-fishing partner and I were enjoying a good catch on the lake. The weather had been perfect until a fierce storm blew up rather quickly, so we quickly stowed our gear, then ran the boat at full speed in the rain to find a place where we would be safe and secure.
Just in time, we spotted an empty, covered boat jetty at the back of a small cove just off the creek channel, where we could tie up the boat. The jetty became our refuge while the storm raged.
The rain came so heavily and so fast that we could see a foaming stream of run-off rushing in the main channel about two feet above the level of the water. The power of the stream surely would have swamped our boat. We learned later that a tornado had touched down nearby.
As I reflect on that day, I remember those times when the storms of life arise, often without warning. These storms can frighten us with their challenges and interrupt our dreams.
But just as the boat jetty offered shelter from the thunderstorm, we can find shelter in the arms and protection of God. What comfort to know that God hears our prayers and is working for good in all the circumstances of our lives!
Prayer: Almighty and loving God, thank you for hearing our prayers and for giving us refuge, security and peace. In Jesus’ name. Amen
