The Peaceful Eye of the Storm

Read: 2 Corinthians 1: 2-7

Jesus said, "Come to me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest." (Matthew 11:28)

Mankind tries relentlessly to create a utopia in which to dwell. We surround ourselves with fashions, comforts and toys meant to bring joy to our soul. However, the daily news entails multiple accounts of damaging deeds playing out in the lives of many of those around us. Evil eventually even knocks at our own door.

Like is full of trouble and toil. Although joyous events occur, devastation soon follows. Our choices or the choices, which others imposed upon us, often bring us grief and despair. Tears fill our eyes and flow down our cheeks, often unbidden; yet, impossible to quell. We live in a world, which ignores God’s love.

Jesus said, "These things I have spoken to you, so that in me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world." (John 16:33). In the midst of our difficulties, God makes a way for us to enjoy peace that passes all human reasoning. In spite of the whirlwind of chaos around us, we know that Christ is with us, giving us the strength to withstand the cruelty of life and allowing us to enjoy His tranquility and comfort in the peaceful eye of the storm.

Prayer:

Lord Jesus, my heart breaks with news of tragedy in every corner of the earth, even right here in my own hometown. I pray for Your soon return, so that You can right the wrongs, which cause all of this suffering.

Thought for the Day:

We capture from the seeds of suffering, all the resources we need to inspire us to create new life.