Trials

This week has been hard. Full of trials and heartache. We are learning that our strength is weak and His is srtong and plenty. I have learned that when you think you can't take one more moment, His grace is sufficient and you can have peace even in the midst of the chaos. I love how the earth looks and smells so crisp after a good rain or storm. Everything is so clear and refreshed. There are trees down and branches and leaves all over the ground which reminds you of the fierce storm, but you were kept safe and warm, sheltered in your home. I believe that is how trials are. I thank Jesus for being our Shelter and Refuge. We are still in this storm, but we trust that He is working it out all for our good and we will see clearly His heavenly purposes. Even if we don't see them right away, we will still trust Him.