And the thunder rolls

And the thunder rolls

and the lightning strikes...

Lord,

I know you tell me that I will either be in a storm

coming out of one

or about to go in

But

This is a pretty big front...

I know your grace is sufficient for me

I know that your power is known in my weakness

I know that through these storms

I am growing stronger

relying on you more

and able to show love and grace like NEVER before

Thank you

for your guidance always

when I decide to listen

and know

that you are right there the whole time

I am the one that falls short

and doubts

and crumbles with guilt

and regret

and worry

You do not want this bad things

they are of the world

you are just here to comfort us

These scriptures came to mind...

Matthew 11:28-30

Come to me, all who labor and are heavy. I will give you rest. I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.

1 Cor 10:13

God is faithful and He will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, He will always provide a way of escape, so you will endure it.

Psalm 34:18

The Lord is near the brokenhearted

and saves the crushed in spirit

Psalm 147:3

He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds

Isaiah 41:10

Fear not for I am with you

Be not dismayed I am your God

I will strengthen you

I will help you

I will uphold you

1 Peter 4:12

Do not be surprised at the painful trail you are suffering

as though something strange was happening

Rejoice

that you suffer with Christ

So you will be over joyed

when his glory is revealed

Psalm 126:5

Those who sow in tears will reap with songs of joy!