Day 24: About a God For All Seasons
By Fran Caffey Sandin

“And why are you anxious about clothing? Observe how the lilies of the field grow, they do not toil nor do they spin, yet I say to you that even Solomon in all his glory did not clothe himself like one of these” (Matthew 6: 28-29 NASB).

Every time the sun rises, the seasons change, and the flowers bloom, all of nature seems to be announcing, “God is faithful.” In a world of man-made chaos, God is dependable, not only in matters of creation, but in our personal lives as well. Remembering God’s dependability is helpful, especially when circumstances are not going our way.

When divorce rips the marriage vows or the doctor diagnoses cancer or the telephone call delivers shocking news, we often wonder if God has forgotten us. Yet when we reflect upon the past events of our lives, we can trace His faithful provision. Just as He adorns the lilies of the field, He will take care of our concerns. So, we need not be anxious. We can always pray, knowing the Master Gardener is always there, year in and year out.

Like spring follows winter and renews a harsh landscape, our Jehovah Jireh—the Lord who provides—brings peace to still the turmoil in our hearts and newfound joy with the blessing of each day.

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