The Clouds Of Life

The Clouds Of Life

“At that time they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.”
Luke 21:27

Have you ever thought about the significance of the clouds in your life? Without the clouds you wouldn’t be shielded from the burning sun, there would be no lavish sunsets, no beneficial rain and no beautiful landscapes. The most beautiful scenery in any picture is the fluffy clouds floating against a sky of blue. Just looking at a beautiful sunset with the fiery red rays of the sun piercing through the clouds is one of the most beautiful sights you can behold. But the thing that should excite you the most, is knowing that God is behind the clouds. When the storm clouds of life are constantly over your head, and you can relate to the cartoon character in the comic strip Charley Brown, who always had a black cloud constantly over him, look beyond the clouds and you will find God. The Bible says that God will test you with trials and troubles, but won't let you bear more than you can stand. He will always be there to lead and guide you, to overcome any storm of life. God wants you to persevere over any obstacle, but will let you be tested with difficult times so you can learn to trust Him, and put your burdens on His shoulders. You are never alone as Jesus is always with you through your difficult times. He is just behind your clouds to lift you up and carry you. Just as the sun breaks through the clouds, God is there just waiting to let His light shine on you. You will face clouds in life—sometimes slight, but sometimes dark and frightening. Whatever clouds you face today, ask Jesus, the light of the world, to help you look behind the cloud to see His glory, His mercy, His grace and reveal the plans He has for you.
My Daily Devotional Volume Six
May 16
Robert William Brock, Jr.