We all have storms at one time or another. Storms are as variable as they are individual. Financial challenges. Relational discord. Health deterioration. Losses. This week, for me, it's an upcoming surgery. I've had a few surgeries in my life-- some major; I know the routine. Yet, for some reason, I don't want to face this particular one--probably because it involves my eyes. No matter how simple the procedure for our surgeons, we all know risks are possible. From improper healing to possible infections and unexpected complications.
I've normally faced such things with faith and resolve. Until last night I've been rather anxious about it and my prayer has not lessened my anxiety. Then I went to visit my granddaughters and took them out to supper. For some reason I felt led to ask the sixteen year old to offer grace. As she prayed for our meal, she also prayed for her younger sister to do well on an upcoming test at school, then she prayed that I be calm and not fearful with my upcoming surgery. For the first time since I'd scheduled the surgery, I felt at ease. My troubled mind relieved.
Last night I was wakened in the middle of the night and the first thought that came to mind was my upcoming surgery. I began to pray for "calm" like my granddaughter had asked of God. I asked God to give me a verse from His Word and "Fear not, for I am with you" came to mind and I fell back to sleep. This morning I was all set to search for a scripture when I decided to open my email and there was this picture from a quote I'd posted long ago on the popular Pinterest site; someone else had repinned it to their site. It's like God was reminding me as it appeared on this particular day. It fit my situation perfectly. Now, I rest in this promise from God: "wherever I go, He is with me"-- no matter the storm we will face it together. And He will go with you, too. Rest in Him, not in circumstances. He holds the circumstances of our storms in His hand and He will keep us in perfect peace when our minds are fixed on Him. He promises.
