Here Comes the Rain Again

Here comes the rain again
Raining in my head like a tragedy
Tearing me apart like a new emotion.
"Here Comes the Rain Again” 1983 – Eurythmics

The featured image reminded me of how life occasionally brings showers of blessings as well as torrential rains of pain. As lighthouses for God in a fallen world, we need to understand that sunny days and calmed seas will eventually, and perhaps occasionally, be overtaken by storms.

Rain, that cool, refreshing, and life-giving element can also be drenching, devastating, and life-threatening. Water is essential to our survival and since the earth’s creation, it has been necessary to sustain life. (Genesis 2:5-6)

But while rain has been a blessing to both nature and humanity it has also served as a judgment against the wickedness of mankind. (Genesis 7)

Do you like the rain? I suppose that for the most part everyone does, but it also depends on when it comes and how much of it you get. Rain can dampen a planned trip or a much anticipated outdoor social gathering/activity.

Yet, a cooling rain in the middle of a scorching 90°+ weather would not only be welcomed but also celebrated. Perhaps even with song and dance!

“True, the sun and the wind inspire. But rain has an edge. Who, after all, dreams of dancing in dust? Or kissing in the bright sun?” — Cynthia Barnett

Afternoon showers can also be refreshing and very relaxing. The cooling breeze, soothing sound, and the [READ MORE]