There’s Joy in the Storm
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As I left church after today’s VBS session, it was pouring down rain, my head was pounding and that familiar scratchiness had settled into the back of my throat. “Oh no!” I thought, I’m probably coming down with something and I thought about all the people I interacted with that day. As I pulled into the garage, I sat in the car watching the rain fall. Part of me was worried for the people and kids I interacted with for a few hours. Part of me was sad because I was going to have to cancel Bible study with my niece-in-law…again. They’re leaving on vacation soon and I don’t want to spread any germs.
So I prayed.
I prayed for the children at VBS. I prayed for the teachers and helpers I'd been around all week. I asked the Lord to protect them from getting sick. Those kids have had such a wonderful week learning about Moses, singing songs, laughing, and hearing the Gospel. I didn't want anything to spoil that. I also told the Lord I was disappointed. I was looking forward to spending time in His Word with Jen, and I was sad that it would have to wait.
But as I prayed, I shifted to praise and a posture of thankfulness.
I thanked God for making me part of His Kingdom.
I thanked Him for allowing me to have a small role in Vacation Bible School.
I thanked Him for a conversation with Pastor Tim about the simple joy of playing in the rain.
I thanked Him for the sound of children joyfully singing praises to the Lord.
I thanked Him for a church family whose greatest desire is simply to tell people about Jesus.
By the time I walked into the house, my circumstances hadn't changed. My head still hurt. My throat was still scratchy. The rain was still falling. But I was filled with joy. Joy that comes from praising God in the storm. And then God added one more little blessing that made me smile. My husband tucked me into bed with my Bible, a big jug of water... and a cupcake.
Honestly, that's a pretty wonderful prescription.
Sometimes God's goodness isn't found in dramatic miracles or mountaintop moments. Sometimes it's found in a quiet prayer in the garage, faithful people serving children, the comfort of His Word, a spouse's thoughtful kindness, and yes, even a cupcake. The headache and sore throat will eventually pass. I’ll trust the Lord to protect others from getting sick and through it all, I’ll be joyful because joy comes from the Lord and my God is always with me through the storm. God is good.
Peace,
B
