I will say of the LORD, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.”
PSALM 91:2
Our life adventure is not about arriving . . . it’s always about taking off. And like any adventure, there are always new experiences to negotiate, seasons to endure, twists and turns to navigate. On many days (the vast majority of them) the ride of life will be exciting but uneventful, but on other days it will be downright scary. When those times come, we need to know instinctively how to brace ourselves and get into position to weather whatever comes our way.
While the majority of flights I have been on are uneventful, and the most difficult decision I must make is whether I want a whole-grain roll or sourdough bread with my meal, I’ve also been on flights when the air turbulence has been the worst imaginable. When this has happened, all I can do is tighten my seatbelt and hang on for dear life. My decision then is to pray and simply trust that the pilot knows what he is doing.
Similarly, when it comes to this faith adventure we are on, we must remember that the chief pilot (God) has everything under control. Even in the midst of what may seem like the toughest storm, if we will simply trust him and listen for his instruction, we’ll undoubtedly hear him whisper to our heart: “Yes, daughter, right now it all seems impossible. But just stick with me because when you have me in you — surrounding you, ahead of you, and behind you — nothing is impossible!”
MOMENT OF REFLECTION
Who or what do you run to during turbulent times in your life?