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Life's not about waiting for the storms to pass...
It's about learning to dance in the rain.
We have all heard that
quote. It sounds kind of Pollyanna, but if you look deeper I think it
contains a great truth. I know a lot of people who wait to be happy
until their lives are perfect and hassle-free. It never happens. The
storms of life never let up, whether it is a broken relationship, a
financial crisis, a devastating diagnosis, a disappointment, an
unfulfilled dream.
God doesn't think we need to wait.
Life is uncertain and
storms are guaranteed. They often overlap, bringing one challenge after
another. Sure, there are islands of calm, but soon the thunder is heard
in the distance and before you know it, it's pouring again.
I think there is an unspoken perception that we should not have to
endure these difficulties. Surely God will protect us from all that! But
God never promises a life without trouble; he just promises his
faithfulness and peace in the midst of it. In fact, he doesn't talk
about simply gritting our teeth and "enduring" hardships; he goes a step
beyond that--to joy. Perhaps even dancing.
That might sound just too unrealistic. A tall order to fill. Not fair.
Hard to swallow. Doesn't God know what it takes? He doesn't understand
how hard it is!
Friends, we who love the Lord have his Spirit within us. Scripture tells
us that we are in this world but not of it. We can reach down and find
that peace and joy in him, no matter what the circumstances. Wrap your
arms around it. It is ours to embrace as sons and daughters of the King.
In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." John 16:33
Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me." John 14:1
"Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Sounds like dancing to me.
Greg
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