What a day- I have got soaked so many times, but in the midst of it all is such sunshine and colour. One minute you are wet and have soggy, squelchy shoes. Next minute, there is a rainbow reflected in the puddles- didn’t manage to capture that on camera though!
Life feels like this just now also. One minute you are making progress, next minute you are going backwards. There are times when the beauty of the world inspires, and then the ugliness of hatred and violence is heavy. There are times of good news and celebration, and times of suffering and dying.
In Deuteronomy chapter 31 verse 8: it says ‘It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you. He will not leave or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.’
Whatever our situation, heavy or light, sad or happy, God is with us, and prepares the way. We are not to doubt, even when there are obstacles- heavy rain or giant puddles, setbacks and frustations. He reassures us with the patient care of the best parent, and keeps us safe. And so we do not fear.
Gracious Father God, the landscape on a day of sunshine and flowers is covered with reflective drops of moisture that sparkle and dance. It is the contrast which is glorious. Our lives are filled simultaneously with such deep sorrow and radiant grace. Lord Jesus, Your love helps the sadness be bearable. Your presence enables us to celebrate the good. Thank you for the richness of life. Holy spirit, comfort us when we feel desolate and alone, remind us of the joy of our God which is our strength. Bless all who feel under a dark cloud this day, and may rays of sunshine break through and bring hope. Amen.
An umbrella of healing love 