I’ve found myself checking the Weather Channel more than normal lately. Usually, in South Texas this time of year, the weather is about the same and there is absolutely no need to check. Sunny and hot. Hot and sunny.
But with Dorian on the loose, I’ve been checking the weather with a bit of fear for those in its path. I pray this morning for those in the Bahamas and along the East coast that God would care for those that lost loved ones or experienced other horrific loss.
I read that Dorian was the slowest, strongest hurricane to ever hit the Bahamas. No one seemed to know where or when Dorian would hit. I can’t imagine all the feelings one goes through when you’re faced with a hurricane coming your way. Do we stay? Do we go? Will we lose everything? Will we survive? Hurricanes are such a reminder that we’re never ever fully in control.
Some hurricanes happen in our environment, but many hurricanes are in our own minds. They may occur in our homes, our work, our health and our hearts. We have our own fears and catch ourselves worrying about many things that never actually happen. Yet, when those challenging things do happen, what do we do?
I can’t help but think of the verse found in 1 Peter 5:7 that says “Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” ‘Casting’ actually means to throw upon and to deposit. God wants us to throw and deposit ALL our burdens upon Him. God literally wants us to have a target to which we direct our anxiety….that target is God Himself! (Bible Knowledge Commentary, Grant Richison)
When faced with challenges too big for us to handle, God wants to be the One we go to! We move from trusting in our own resources (which fail) to resting in God and His resources.
What are you facing today that is bigger than you can handle? What mental hurricanes have threatened to wreak havoc on your mind? Did you know that God is willing to partner with you and carry your biggest burden? Just ask.
Nancy Abbott is the Chaplain of the YMCA of Greater San Antonio
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