Trust in the Storm

When the winds of change buffet us and the storms of life overwhelm us, it is hard to trust. For when we trust, we must let go of what control we believe we have, of our reasoning, and at times of our very selves. When we are tossed about, letting go of the little security we have to cast ourselves into the screaming winds of the storm is frightening and even seems insane.

But there are times when we must do that and place our complete trust in God.

We may struggle for a time until we are ready to let go. Our head may even drop beneath the waves as the storms in our life take their toll. But His hand is ever outstretched, especially when we cannot see in the darkness and turmoil.

He will not fight our efforts, for our free will is something He respects. But He remains near us, ready to catch us and lift us to our feet when we acknowledge we need Him and finally place our trust in Him.

It's only when we stop insisting on doing things OUR way that we open our eyes and find that He's been holding onto our hand firmly and surely all the while.

- ESA