It’s going to storm today. It’s coming fast. I like the rain; I like the thunder; I like the wind; I like everything about a storm. My prayer is that no one will be hurt or suffer damage, but I still enjoy the storm. A storm can be weak or strong. What I enjoy is that a storm can bring a rush and a calm at the same time. The noise of rain can be overwhelming and relaxing at the same time. Watching the clouds move at the speed of a jet liner through the sky is a wonder to behold.
David understood the power of a storm. He wrote, “The voice of the LORD is upon the waters: the God of glory thunders.” The storm made David think of the voice, power, and glory of God. In Job, Elihu describes God’s voice as thunder and speaks of His lightning reaching across the heavens. Nahum says that God has His way in the storm.
The feel and smell of rain can be a reminder of the refreshing that comes from God in the storm. If you’re trying to find more quiet time with God, try it during a storm. Open the Bible or pray with your eyes open.
Stop, watch, feel, listen, and be reminded of how small we are and how great our Father’s creation is.