The Spirit brings calm...

[Barb]

As I was reading Mother Alvear's post re the storm that was upon them night before last, I thought of the storms which come to our lives.

They can appear to be, and often are, as doom-filled as a severe thunderstorm.

Mother A said that the wind was wind was strong and they were without lights for a time, but that things were now calm.

The issues and situations...the problems which arise in our lives may be severe. The winds of uncertainty may howl, often bringing with them fear.

And though it may seem as if one trying thing after another blows into our lives, wrecking havoc as it goes, we should take solace in that we are not alone.

It is a work of the Spirit to bring calm to our troubled minds and situations. Just as Jesus stood in the storm, and said, "Peace, be still," the Master of the wind is standing today in your storm, speaking, "Peace!!"

He is saying, "I am here, my child!! This will work for your good...be not dismayed by what you see and hear. Problems come to everyone...the insane will be with us forever...the winds of trial are for your making. So in all of this take heart...I have not forsaken you!! Peace, be still!!"

Can you hear Him?!

[ManOfWord]

Thank you, Lord, for that calm which I have felt many time through many storms. Your promise has sustained me, kept me and strengthened me!

I don't like the storm, but I sure do like the fruit that it produces!

[Barb]

Originally Posted by ManOfWord

Thank you, Lord, for that calm which I have felt many time through many storms. Your promise has sustained me, kept me and strengthened me!

I don't like the storm, but I sure do like the fruit that it produces!

Amen, Elder...many times the end of a storm will bring a warm and gentle breeze...a freshness to the air, giving the aroma of peace at the end of a dark day.

But in the midst of it, when the clouds hide the sun and the rainbow is no where in sight, we have the gentle reminder that all is well. We may have to take cover from the elements, but receive comfort in that which surrounds us.

I am comforted today knowing that the Son is always shining within, regardless of the circumstances, and it is His divine protection that I am counting on.

[OneAccord]

Around me, all is calm. The house is quiet.... peace, which, at other times, would be welcomed, is all around me.
But, inside, all is not calm or quiet, nor it peaceful. I find the calmness, the quiet and the peace unsettling. It keeps me awake at night.

I have freedom. I can do what I want to do- go where I want to go. The problem is, I don't want that freedom. I don't want to do- don't want to go. Strange, isn't it? The very things people want and need in life are the very things I now consider enemies of my soul.

Today is a clear, warm day. Got lots to do- got places to go. People to see. But- nothing means nothing. I can go to any restaurant- but don't want to eat.

Yes, the Spirit brings calm. He speaks Peace, be still. But, inward, there is turmoil. A restlessness that the calm, the quiet and peace around me only enhances. It makes it worse.

I come to this Forum a hundred times a day, I pray... I seek something to fill the inside with the calm around me. But the calm on the outside just reminds me how empty I feel.

"This is normal", they tell me. "This is to be expected". "It'll pass".

Its a bright, warm, sunny day. Calm quiet and peace surround me.

[Barb]

Originally Posted by OneAccord

Around me, all is calm. The house is quiet.... peace, which, at other times, would be welcomed, is all around me.
But, inside, all is not calm or quiet, nor it peaceful. I find the calmness, the quiet and the peace unsettling. It keeps me awake at night.

I have freedom. I can do what I want to do- go where I want to go. The problem is, I don't want that freedom. I don't want to do- don't want to go. Strange, isn't it? The very things people want and need in life are the very things I now consider enemies of my soul.

Today is a clear, warm day. Got lots to do- got places to go. People to see. But- nothing means nothing. I can go to any restaurant- but don't want to eat.

Yes, the Spirit brings calm. He speaks Peace, be still. But, inward, there is turmoil. A restlessness that the calm, the quiet and peace around me only enhances. It makes it worse.

I come to this Forum a hundred times a day, I pray... I seek something to fill the inside with the calm around me. But the calm on the outside just reminds me how empty I feel.

"This is normal", they tell me. "This is to be expected". "It'll pass".

Its a bright, warm, sunny day. Calm quiet and peace surround me.

Rick, I wish I had the words to make this better for you...words fail me.

And I cannot say I know how you feel...that would not be true, for I do not.

All I can give you is the Word...Jesus said, "Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you..."

The Spirit of Peace is IN you, but is overshadowed by your grief and loneliness. But He is there, Rick...and so are we.

[Barb]

Through the Storm

The storms of life will blow
They're sure to come and go
They meet me at a time
When I'm calm and doing fine

But the Captain of my soul
He's always on board
He rocks me in His arms
While riding through the storm

While riding through the storm
Jesus holds me in His arms
I am not afraid
Of the stormy winds and the waves

Though the tides become high
He holds me while I ride
I find safety in His arms
While riding through the storm

I have no fear of the raging seas
Knowing Jesus is there for me
He can speak to the wind and the waves
And make them behave

All power's in His hand
On sea or dry land
I found safety in the Master's arms
While riding through the storm

While riding through the storm
Jesus holds me in His arms
I am not afraid
Of the stormy winds and the waves

Though the tides become high
He holds me while I ride
I find safety in His arms
While riding through the storm