In the hot days of summer, a cool rain shower would be nice. We unconsciously pray for rain, but when it comes what do we do? Do we stand outside and enjoy it? I like to walk in the gentle rains of summer, but I always remember what Momma said and take an umbrella.

When the grandchildren were young, every year we had an Easter egg hunt in our back yard. We hid eggs in every bush and flower. When the children were ready to go out and find the eggs, a rain shower started. Grandma came to the rescue. She had the bright idea to cut holes in trash - can liners, for little raincoats. Dressed in their little white raincoats, they ran out in the rain to find the eggs. As they hurried around, they looked like a group of little ghost running from one bush to another looking for treasures. The rain didn’t stop them. They didn’t worry about the rain; they only saw the prize at the end of the search.

When storms come into our life, we loose sight of our mission and allow circumstances to alter our plan. When this happens, we loose focus and evil wins. The evil one uses distractions to “get us off track.”

Grandma gave the children a raincoat to protect them so they could complete their mission; God gave us a “raincoat of protection’”, when storms and rain come unexpected. The Holy Spirit is our protector and is always available when we find ourselves in life’s storms. Jesus said, “And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Counselor to be with you forever, the Spirit of truth” (John 14:16). David said in Psalm 91, “He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge” (Psalm 91:4).

We sing, “Showers of blessings, showers of blessing we need. Mercy drops round us are falling, but for the showers we plead.” When God sends the showers of blessing, do we put up our umbrella of doubt and miss the opportunity to enjoy God’s blessings? God’s mercy is all around us. When the showers of blessing come, maybe we should turn our umbrella upside down and catch the falling blessings.

Do we look for the wrong kind of blessing? The blessing God sends might be the opportunity to help someone in need. While we look for a personal blessing, we might miss the real blessing and overlook the reason for the blessing. Jesus taught us in the gospel of Matthew, (25:34-40); whatever we do for our fellowman, we do for Him.

Sometime a blessing is in giving. The cheerful smile and kind word you give someone who’s discouraged would surely be a blessing to both. Sharing the light of Jesus Christ with someone who is in the dark and needs to know the love of Jesus and the saving grace of the Father would also be a blessing to both. “How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that brings good tidings” (Isaiah 52:7).

You might be that shower of blessing for someone today. Don’t be a raindrop…be a shower. Will you wipe away a tear and bring happiness to a friend today?

When things get tough and God seems to have turned away. Remember, before the cooling, refreshing showers; the sky looks dark and threatening. Storm clouds appear, and lightning flashes.

Everyone has storms in their life. How long the storm last, only God knows for sure. When things look the darkest…God might be ready to send down that shower of blessing that you are praying for. No matter how severe the storm…God will always sprinkle a ray of sunshine after the storm, and lead you back to his love and light.

You may be that ray of sunshine God is sending to someone suffering through a storm today. Be ready for those mercy drops to start falling and keep on praying for the showers we need.

I will bless them and the places surrounding my hill. I will send down showers in season; there will be showers of blessing”

Ezekiel 35: 26

May 19, 2017

God Builds Christians

Our Christian experience, here on earth, is surrounded with mystery. The Bible speaks of the mystery of godliness. In 1 Timothy, Paul says this. “Beyond all question, the mystery of godliness is great. (3:16). He speaks again in 1 Corinthians about the mystery of the resurrection. “Listen I tell you a mystery: We will not all sleep but we will all be changed in a flash, in the twinkling of eye, at the last trumpet.

May 12, 2017

Jesus is Coming

Each spring we celebrate the resurrection of Christ Jesus on Easter Sunday. Easter is past, but it’s always a good time to remember those events surrounding Easter. The events of that one week in history became a corner stone; the strong foundation of our Christian faith, and we should keep those events uppermost in our mind. But do we remember Jesus’ life up to that point?

He had grown up as the son of a carpenter in the small town of Nazareth. Only he knew, the hands that were pierced by splinters while helping Joseph would soon be pierced by nails.

Sep 22, 2015

Our Time with God

Do you struggle to have a regular time to meet with God? Finding a time when you’re thinking of nothing but spending time in God’s presence. A time when you talk with God and listen when God speaks to you. We call this our “quiet time”.

For years I had trouble finding time to spend a few quiet moments with God each day.

Jul 1, 2015

Are you a Dreamer?

George Bernard Shaw said “You see things; and you say, 'Why?' But I dream things that never were; and I say, 'Why not?"

That’s the way dreamers are. Dreamers see opportunities, where others see problems. Dreamers are the cause of many impossible things becoming reality. Dreamers are sometimes called visionaries. Sometimes they are called foolish. Are you a dreamer? I have been a dreamer most of my life. We all have a Big Dream that has been with us from a very early age. These big dreams challenged us to try harder and not give up too soon on our dreams.

May 23, 2015

Troubles... Why do we have them? (Audio)

Do you ever wonder why we have troubles in this life? Are troubles necessary? Are troubles helpful? Many people have asked "why do bad things happen to good people?" God has a purpose behind every problem we have. He uses these problems to develop our character.

Nov 27, 2014

Thanksgiving.... What will it be?

We will soon begin our plans for the holidays. Thanksgiving is a few days away. Our plans will include a big meal with friends or a visit family. Someone always prays before the meal. Some prayers will be short, some will be long, but all prayers will thank God for the food…but what else?

Aug 20, 2014

Showers of Blessings

In the hot days summer, a cool rain shower would be nice. We unconsciously pray for rain, but when it comes what do we do? Do we stand outside and enjoy it? I like to walk in the gentle rains of summer, but I always remember what Momma said and take an umbrella. When the grandchildren were young, every year we had an Easter egg hunt in our back yard.

Aug 4, 2014

Where do I fit in?

Do you ever feel that you don’t fit in? People around you have everything they try turn out great. You want that kind of life, but you’re either a little short or a little late when opportunities arrive. Is your life all scrambled up? Is it like a puzzle with some pieces missing or the pieces you have won’t fit? Do you wonder, where is my place? Where do I fit in?

Jul 22, 2014

God's Country

I like country music. The singers seem to say what I’m thinking. Most are not afraid to say the words Jesus, God and Heaven in their songs. Some are a little rough around the edges, but most are pretty solid citizens. Their songs aresimple and honest; dealing with real life experiences.

Jul 18, 2014

Reboot a Day

Ever have a day you wish you could start over? You woke up late, no coffee, rushing to get dressed for work, out of toothpaste, and of course the car needed gas. Every traffic light was red. You shout, “I need a reboot.”

We all have days like that. You wanted to wake up from the nightmare and start over. We can’t re-live a day that has passed or start over one we don’t like.

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I will bless them and the places surrounding my hill. I will send down showers in season; there will be showers of blessing”