It Doesn't Always Pass

Philippians 2:8 New International Version (NIV)

8 And being found in appearance as a man,

    he humbled himself

    by becoming obedient to death—

        even death on a cross!

I was reminded of a momism today that I've heard so often during my life that I truly believed that my mom had quoted it from the Bible, "This too shall pass."  Guess what!  It's not in the Bible!  It is most possibly the words of a Persian poet from ages past who likely heard it from his mother.  Why I would consider that our Savior who was obedient even unto death would would promise a relief from my own little sufferings this side of eternity, I don't know.  I do know, however, that he is with me in my suffering; and is somehow making it beautiful.  I may not see it, but he does and assures me it will be glorious.  
I heard this song on the way to work today.

Casting Crowns-"Praise You In This Storm" (live)

A Song Because It Can Be...

Nahum 1:7English Standard Version (ESV)

7 The Lord is good,

    a stronghold in the day of trouble;

he knows those who take refuge in him.

2 Corinthians 4:17English Standard Version (ESV)

17 For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison,

1 Thessalonians 5:18New International Version (NIV)

18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 

…a great challenge to praise God in the storm.  Still me must do so.  We must also grieve for our neighbor's storms and give comfort as we can.  I am reminded of this as someone dear to me has lost precious things which cannot be replaced, and I am very sorry that this has happened to her. 

Praise You In This Storm - Casting Crowns

I was sure by now

God, You would have reached down

And wiped our tears away

Stepped in and saved the day

But once again, I say "Amen", and it's still raining

As the thunder rolls

I barely hear You whisper through the rain

"I'm with You"

And as Your mercy falls

I raise my hands and praise the God who gives

And takes away

I'll praise You in this storm

And I will lift my hands

For You are who You are

No matter where I am

Every tear I've cried

You hold in Your hand

You never left my side

And though my heart is torn

I will praise You in this storm

I remember when

I stumbled in the wind

You heard my cry

You raised me up again

My strength is almost gone

How can I carry on

If I can't find You

As the thunder rolls

I barely hear You whisper through the rain

"I'm with You"

And as Your mercy falls

I raise my hands and praise the God who gives

And takes away

I'll praise You in this storm

And I will lift my hands

For You are who You are

No matter where I am

Every tear I've cried

You hold in Your hand

You never left my side

And though my heart is torn

I will praise You in this storm

I lift my eyes unto the hills

Where does my help come from?

My help comes from the Lord

The Maker of Heaven and Earth

I'll praise You in this storm

And I will lift my hands

For You are who You are

No matter where I am

Every tear I've cried

You hold in Your hand

You never left my side

And though my heart is torn

I will praise You in this storm

Though my heart is torn

I will praise You in this storm