A few years ago, spring brought rain. And more rain. And more rain. It lasted days and days. Gray, heavy clouds hung overhead, and not one stitch of sun appeared for 10 days straight. This may not seem like a lot for many areas of the world, but this Texas girl was starting to feel waterlogged and melancholy after day three. In the moment, it was hard to remember the good purpose for rain.
I prayed, “Lord, I trust your wisdom in sending all this rain, and I know you have a purpose for it, but can we see the sun soon? If it be Your will, in Jesus’ Name.” After many more days of that soggy weather, the clouds moved, and the rain finally came to an end.
The Uncommon Purpose of All the Rain
Spring was beautiful that year, but the fall was exquisite! The changing leaves were more vibrant than they had been in years. Reds, golds, and oranges lined the streets in a bold display of color. Everywhere you looked for weeks, which was much longer than usual for the leaves to remain on the trees, God’s artistry presented itself.
It was then that God reminded me about the overwhelming rains from early spring and showed me that this splendor was a result of them. He then related it to life.
When Life’s “Rain” Won’t Let Up
When I lost a child, I experienced three years of intense grief and depression. As more time passed, I slowly was able to climb out of the pit of despair. Now, years later, I am thankful for all that God did in me and for me throughout that time, and I would not be the person I am today without having gone through it. He exchanged beauty for ashes. Vibrant color for the gray.
The trials and valleys we experience can be like those rains that won’t let up. They last longer than you think you can bear. You feel weary and weighed down. But don’t despair.
Fall is coming! And it will be beautiful. He promises.
Is there anyone’s sunshine turned to rain? Is there anyone’s blue sky been turned to gray… Let me tell you He’s able, He’s done it for me… Let it Rain by David Crowder.