Why bad things happen to good people?

A catchey phrase but what does it mean? We all try to be good people, well most of us. We try to say the right things not to hurt anyone, and make the decesions that are best for our family. I don't know too many malicious, crule people. If you were honest with yourself, I bet you dont either. BUT we all know "good" people who go through some junk. And how many times have we said, But they are such a good family, they try so hard, why do bad things happen to good people????

I so wish I had the answer to that question. In the recent days my husband and I have encountered a not so pretty situation. It wasn't our fault we were just victims if you must. I am not even sure how to go about this blog, but I felt that maybe just maybe it would minister to someone. I have been searching the scriptures and
trying to lean on God and draw strength from his neverending well of love. Here are a few words from my heart and what I am trying to learn from it all.

Calming the Storm

Some people love the howling winds, flashing lightening and crashing thunder during a storm. Other people cower in fear. It's easy to look at others reactions when you feel safe. But when your security is gone and you're staring destruction in the face, it's not easy to be courageous.

I think of the disciples in Matthew 8... They were in great danger. Their fear was not unfolded. When we hit "sudden" storms what do we do? We all face furious test. Some are more dangerous than some but some are out of our control. I have found that Jesus sleeps until we ask him to help. I see so many times in my life where I "bailed" water if you will before I woke Him and handed it to Him. I often wonder how people around me calm their storms? Do we immediately turn to God or do we carry it alone. In terror the disiples wake Jesus. "Lord save us" . In our personal storms how much are we like the disciples? Do we sit in secret and wait for the storm to pass. I am guilty of both.

I am amazed at each time Jesus steps into the waters and calms my storms. Notice He usually doesnt step in until I have called Him. And most of the time He ask some questions if we will listen, Are the waves still sweeping over the boat? I don't know about you but it is so easy to trust and be calm when the storm has passed. My God has asked me in the last week to TRUST HIM in the storm. I don't ever want to wavier or surprise God, I want HIM to know I will and DO TRUST HIM!

~~Fear is a normal human reaction. But it is not how we should live our lives, even when we are walking through a storm. When I am afraid I pray I can do as David did. He says, When I am afraid I will TRUST in God. Psalms 56:3

I believe (and am being tested) that fear is an opportunity to expand our faith in God. It is an opportunity to run to the Lord as your shelter, WE find refuge "under His wings". (Psalms 91:4)

I know that when we bring our fears, anxieties, and concerns to God, the only ONE who is fully able to calm your storms and defeat the giants that come against you and your family.

Be blessed today