Stormy afternoons are not an
uncommon occurrence in South Florida during the summer months. During today’s
afternoon tempest something struck me. It was pouring down rain, the sky was gloomy
and dark, filled with flashes of lightning and the wind was gusting and
blustery. Yet even through that unnerving storm, you could still tell it was
day. The brightness of the afternoon sun could not be squelched by the
temporary storm. In the midst of a storm, the darkness can never cover up the
light!
No matter what sad, scary or
upsetting circumstance we may be facing, there is always a light in the
background that cannot be extinguished. Just like an afternoon thunderstorm, the
darkness that we are experiencing will pass.
We must always cling to hope and
encourage others that may be facing hard times as much as possible. A
compliment to a stranger, a gift to a friendly acquaintance or the expression
of love to a family member may be a breath of life that is so desperately
needed.
How can you reach down and pull
someone up? What simple act of kindness can you show to someone today? How can
you help to pass hope on? No one person can do everything but we all can do
something!
“The light shines in
the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish it”
– John 1:5
Michelle Brockman
Jonah’s Place
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