Spring Rain

I don’t know what it is like in your area, but in our area, the transition from winter to spring is not smooth. We may have a few spring-like days, but then go right back to freezing temperatures again. We tend to bounce back and forth between winter weather and spring temperatures. The rains prepare the ground, flowers, and trees for the renewal that is to come.

Proverbs 16:15 says, “In the light of a king’s face there is life, and his favor is like the clouds that bring the spring rain.” As God’s children, we have the awesome privilege of coming before the King of Kings to make our requests. In His presence is life and abundant favor that refreshes and renews our souls.

According to the Map

I hike a lot of nature trails. Often, maps of these trails are available online. If the map is reliable and/or the trail is marked well, following the trail is usually easy. However, the maps don’t tell me about the hills, fallen trees, and other obstacles, making the trail more difficult. I must find the courage to continue hiking despite the obstacles.

Psalm 26:3 says, “For your steadfast love is before my eyes, and I walk in your faithfulness.” God’s love for us never changes nor ceases. He is always firm in adherence to His promises. Keeping our eyes on His steadfast love and faithfulness gives us confidence and removes fear.

Honor

Exodus 20:12 says, “Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you.”

Honoring our mother and father is something beyond giving them a special day once a year. We honor our mother and father by becoming the best person we can be, thus giving them honor in who we have become. Trust Jesus. Walk with Him. Be transformed into His image by His power and for His glory.

One Perfect Hack

A variety of sources offer us hacks to make life easier and better. The reliability of these hacks are in question, however. Also depending upon our specific situation, the hacks may not be useful or effective. One hack has proven faultless time after time. When facing struggles or problems, go to God. He has never failed.

In Isaiah 41:10 God says, “fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Whenever troubles arise, we have a place and person to go to for certain help. God promises to strengthen, help, and uphold His children.