Rev. Sandra Florentino-Hutchins
Job 37:6

He orders the snow, 'Blanket the earth!' and the rain, 'Soak the whole countryside!'

WINTER SNOWSTORM 

Nighttime predominates the winter season, and in some regions it has the highest rate of precipitation as well as prolonged dampness because of permanent snow cover or high precipitation rates coupled with low temperatures, and precluding evaporation. Blizzards often develop and cause many transportation delays. The winter season also hinders travel, sometimes resulting in little or no activity, but it can also be seen as a time of rest. Take a look at Job he is experiencing a winter in his life, and being told that all of his troubles have been orchestrated by God for a divine purpose. So in effect the winter’s of our lives is to demonstrate that God’s power cannot be understood in human terms, and is designed to make us humble. In this scripture we are told God orders the snow as a sign of purity and cleanness. Furthermore, it is God’s desire that we prevail, and be firm and strong when the season of winter comes upon us.

Here it comes....the snow! Are we prepared? Do we have our sweater, our hat, our gloves, our heavy coats, our boots? Don’t’ forget we need to stock the fridge? Remember we need a shovel, salt and snow-blower because we may be heading for a blizzard. I guess we’re ready, well maybe we’re ready. Let’s see! Winter comes to remind us of Godly strength and purpose. Winter is a time to rest and consider that we are snowed in by our troubles because we refuse to admit our own failures and shortcomings in the light of God’s grace. Now, it is a time for us to rest in the will of God. We must cloth ourselves with faith against the knee deep challenges that we face. We must stock up on hope that God’s promises are true. We need to grab hold of the shovel of love, then melt-down and blow away anything that stands in the way of obedience to God’s will. Yes, we are ready for winter because we have submitted to God’s purpose and plan.

Prayer 

Lord our Creator, I am your servant here to do your will
Let it snow, blanket me and help me be still
Lord you bring my failings to light to show me the way
Your awesome power and might demonstrated every day
I need the winter as a reminder so I can see
Just how little in return you get from me.

Thought for the day 

Always be ready for God's purpose!