I just realized that it was time once again to change the batteries in the security system, smoke detectors, and test the system to reduce the risk of failure. After completing the task, I turned the computer on, and immediately received a message that the computer may be at risk for security. These potential security risks immediately made me think of life in general and how vulnerable we are today.
It is unbelievable as we reflect on the many catastrophic events happening around the world in recent years. Still fresh in our minds is the destruction of the twin towers, global financial melt-down, natural disasters such as the BP oil spill, hurricanes of major proportion, flooding throughout the world and snowfall of record amounts, to earthquakes in Haiti, Chile, and now Japan. These disasters cause us to ask, “Why?” We may speculate about the reasons, however answers are just hard to find and even more difficult to understand.
As the world watched in real time the devastation of Japan
Each of us has some degree of compassion for those going through personal disasters but often feel so helpless. There are many ways to show people that we care. I am reminded of a young girl that was late coming home for supper. Her mother asked, “Where have you been?” The girl replied, “My friend wrecked her bike and I was helping.” “Helping? You don’t know how to fix a bike!” “ I know,” she stated. “I was helping her cry.” We must never give up on offering compassion, in whatever form one can give, because it encourages others to keep holding on. “You cannot do a kindness too soon, for you never know how soon it will be too late.”[1]
One may have feelings of insecurity and no clear vision of what to do next, but we can be sure that when we rest our insecurity in the security of God, everything will work for our good in the end because He is faithful. One may be going through troublesome times, but one must always remember, tough times do not last forever. There is a rainbow waiting in your future. The darkest hour of the night is just before dawn. Keep your head up high and stop looking down at the problems; look up to see the rainbow. We do not have to carry these burdens alone. The Scripture tells us, 1 Peter 5:6-7 “So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and in his good time he will honor you. Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about what happens to you.” NLT “Is your security in the things that are of transient value or in God who is always present to help?
This comment is general, rather than for one specific article. Your writing is very inspiring and the things you write are so poignant (touching) that anyone can relate to them. I love reading your material and I am very proud of you, as a brother.
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