Eye of the Storm

 “I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for Thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety.” (Psalm 4:8)

When the weather forecast warns of a storm brewing, we pay closer attention. When the winds reach 74 mph or greater, the storm becomes a hurricane. As winds swirl in a circular motion, an eye forms in he center of the storm. Decisions made before a storm worsens can be a matter of life or death. But we often miss the warning signs of life-brewing storms, and if noticed, sometimes dismiss them as insignificant. With little or no preventative actions taken, one is easily set off-balance as the storm increases. Home life, family relationships, personal well-being, occupation, friendships, finances can suffer the after-effects of neglecting proactive measures. But there is hope.

No matter how violent the storm, no matter the cause of your life-storm, there is a place of stillness, a calm: the eye of the storm. God is not only in the center of life’s storms; He is the eye. He sees, knows, and is the One in control of the barrage of the winds and waves of life’s “stuff” trying to overwhelm and defeat you. Jesus extends an invitation always available for God’s weary children to join Him when life is in turmoil; He offers to help to carry the load of your burden and supply the rest you need (Matthew 11:28). You can lay down in peace and safety under His care and sleep well.

 

When the weather forecast warns of a storm brewing, we take notice. Once noted as a tropical storm, we pay closer attention. As winds travel in a circular motion, an eye forms in the center of the storm, and when those winds strengthen to 74 mph and greater, the storm is classified as a hurricane. By this time, the weather has our full attention, and preparations are underway or complete. Decisions made before a storm worsens can be a matter of life or death.

As the human eye observes stormy conditions, the seriousness of the revelation is weighed, and actions are taken accordingly. But in life, warning signs of a brewing storm are often missed and if noticed, sometimes dismissed as insignificant. When little or no preventative actions are taken, one is easily set off balance as the storm increases. Home life, family relationships, personal well-being, occupation, friendships, finances, and other avenues of life suffer the after-effects of neglecting proactive measures. But there is hope . . .

No matter how violent the storm, no matter the cause of your life storm, there is a place of refuge, a calm: the eye of the storm. God is not only in the eye of life’s storms; He is the eye who sees and knows the storm. He is the One in control of the winds, waves, and barrage of life's "stuff" seeking to overwhelm and defeat you. Jesus extends an invitation that is always available for God’s weary children to join Him when life is in turmoil; He provides rest and help with the load of your burden (Matthew 11:28). You can lay down in peace and safety under His care.