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Riding out the storm with Jesus

    I was complaining about the cold last year and my host father told me about this German quote "es gibt kein schlechtes Wetter, nur falsche Kleidung" that translates to "There is no such thing as bad weather only bad clothing." Then I researched and found out that the original was a Norwegian quote "Det finnes ikke dårlig vær, bare dårlig klær! "
    The quote in itself just talks about the right clothing for the right weather but this got me thinking as to how this aptly describes my spiritual life as well. When the storms of life hit me, I was not ready for it. Till date, I still complain not knowing that I'm not wearing the right clothing to face that weather. 
    Am I equipping myself with the word of God on a regular basis? Do I turn to Jesus first when things go wrong or do I rely on my wisdom, or on google to help me out?
    I take big things to God but what about the small things I feel I can handle, do I do it well? The answer to that question is most often a big no. Phil:4:6 says "Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done."
    This quote is also a reminder that storms will come but with Jesus holding us we can face everything, relying on His strength. Prov:31:25 says that “She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future.” To be this kind of a brave woman, I need more of faith which can grow only as I lean into His word daily. 

    As you reach out to pick your outfit tomorrow I hope you also pray, so that come what may the Holy Spirit can steer your decisions and Jesus can hold you safe in the storm. 
God bless you!
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