“Are you weary, carrying a heavy burden? Come to me. I will refresh your life, for I am your oasis. Simply join your life with mine. Learn my ways and you’ll discover that I’m gentle, humble, easy to please. You will find refreshment and rest in me. For all that I require of you will be pleasant and easy to bear.” Matthew 11:28‭-‬30 TPT

When Hurricane Helene made it through the gulf, we lost power for 2 nights. It was hot, humid, and we ended up eating out and spending more money than I planned, but sometime before the power came on, God reminded me of something. It could have been so much worse.

I never lost my relationship with God. Never lost the knowledge that He was always with me. Saw evidence that He continues to be my provider. Never lost my peace even though there was turmoil surrounding me.

Psalm 91 was still my mantra. His covenant still remains my firm foundation. His love still surrounds me. His peace carries me through every storm.

So many times, we tend to focus on what we’ve lost instead of what we have. Over the past 9 months, I’ve been reminded to be thankful. It could have been worse. I still have my beautiful daughters who love, respect, and honor me. I have friends who surround me. I have an amazing church family and a pastor who truly cares.

Whatever life has tossed in your path, whatever curveball knocked you upside your head, you don’t have to carry it alone. Bring it to Jesus. Join your life with Him and exchange your heavy load for His light one. Let Him be your oasis. Allow Him to refresh you where you are.

Trust Him to be your help in time of trouble. He’ll bring you what you need when you need it most.

Praying for you.

Sandy G