Calm Through the Storm
He calms the storm, so that its waves are still. Then they are glad because they are quiet; so, He guides them to their desired haven. (Psalm 107:29-30) God's mercy and faithfulness through trying times is one of the Bible's major themes. Jesus makes it clear that the storms of life will beat down on each of us, and times of testing are as sure as the morning sun. Yet we are told to be fearless. The Lord will keep and deliver us from trouble if we learn to call on Him, be still, and feed on His faithfulness. Storms are meant to teach us to trust, obey, and endure, because our Father is sure to be true to His Word and to never leave or forsake us. "Blessed is the man who endures temptation (testing); for when he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him." (James 1:12) Beloved, be sure to root your soul in the soil of the scriptures, and place your hope in the Rock of Ages...