When hardships overwhelm you, Joni reminds you that even dark clouds carry showers of mercy. And just like God sustaining Elijah – he’ll provide for you, too.
Hi, I’m Joni Eareckson Tada. And you know, over the years, my wheelchair has taught me to leave providing to the God of providence. Although it’s true that my paralysis is often hard to bear – pain bites my hip, and I feel utterly overwhelmed – the years have taught me to trust that God will provide. He’ll provide for me just as he provided for Elijah. With a little oil in the jar, and a handful of flour, Elijah outlived the famine. And so will I. And you will, as well. Yes, clouds may seem dark and threatening, but even those clouds contain showers of mercy. So, take heart if you are struggling in hardship. He loves you as much now as he does when skies are bright and life is a breeze. Today, God will provide grace and a blessed escape. After all, 1 Peter 5:7 contains some of the most beautiful words in the world: “Cast all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you.”
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