September 4
(Psalm 107:23-32 NIV) “Others went out on the sea in ships; they were merchants on the mighty waters. {24} They saw the works of the Lord, his wonderful deeds in the deep. {25} For he spoke and stirred up a tempest that lifted high the waves. {26} They mounted up to the heavens and went down to the depths; in their peril their courage melted away. {27} They reeled and staggered like drunken men; they were at their wits' end. {28} Then they cried out to the Lord in their trouble, and he brought them out of their distress. {29} He stilled the storm to a whisper; the waves of the sea were hushed. {30} They were glad when it grew calm, and he guided them to their desired haven. {31} Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for men. {32} Let them exalt him in the assembly of the people and praise him in the council of the elders.”
Perhaps you have never experienced the trauma described in the last few days. You have gone to church most of your life. Never fear! There is a fourth category of “those He has gathered” where you may fit. You could call it the “forgetful sailors”. We have set sail with Jesus and have experienced the “mighty waters” of the Lord. We have seen the “wonderful works” of God and have a deep faith. We are experienced sailors. Yet sometimes when the storms come and the seas grow rough, we forget, and become discouraged and afraid. We can be shaken in our faith to the point of spiritual collapse. God’s prescription doesn’t change. Cry out to God in your trouble, whatever it is. Do not “go it alone”. He can silence the storm, calm the seas, and guide you to a safe haven. Praise Him and thank Him today. -- Friar Tuck’s Word of the Day
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