There is something
about rain. It is soothing. Therapists play relaxing sounds of rain during sessions. It calms the mind. On my way to
church, a drizzle of rain hit my windshield.
The sky was dark and gloomy. I noticed above the clouds the sun shining regardless of its surroundings. Troubles in your life mimics the dark
clouds and the sun represents the Son of God shining in your life (2 Samuel 23:4). The Old Testament speaks of rain in the
aspect that God gives and withholds rain, which is a sign of God’s favor or
disfavor: Joel 2:23; Job 29:23; Jerm 3:3. Who tips the water-jars of Heaven
(Job 38:37)? Who gives the rain in it
season (Jeremiah 5:24)? Who sends an abundance of rain when needed (Psalm
68:9)? It’s not just the presence and
absence of rain that’s important but the timing. God provides what you need at
the right time:
Rain teaches us:
· Wait for the Father to fight your
battles, like you wait on rain during a draught (Job 29:23).
· Rain comes from Heaven with a purpose--to sustain life. Similiarly, trials come in your life to sustain you into heaven (Isaiah 55:10).
· Rain showers blesses (Ezekiel 34:26). Likewise, you will receive blessings from your trial.
Wait for the
rain (Psalms 62:5). Rain does three
things: it cleanes, refreshes, and grows. Where
are you in that process?
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