I didn’t expect the snow yesterday. It seemed to me we had
already gotten our fair share of frozen precipitation. Besides, it was March
31st! The calendar said we were officially in the season of Spring!
Yes, the snow was unexpected and unwelcome. But I have to
admit, it was beautiful as it clung to tree branches and covered the ugly drab
ground in a luxurious mantle. The redwing blackbirds and the cardinals were stunning
against the fluffs of white that covered our apple tree like blossoms.
Isn’t that often how blessings come—unexpectedly and in the
midst of ugliness? I remember Father John Tamalis and Rev. Bob Driesen coming
to the hospital and praying over our son when he had to have his kidney
removed. What an unexpected blessing! Two ministers from denominations outside
our own took the time to come together and pray for Seth, who didn’t know
either one of them. I can still see us gathered around Seth’s hospital bed,
holding hands, and quietly praying for him. This unity of faith was beautiful
to behold.
How has God brought beauty out of the unexpected for you?
“What no one ever saw or heard, what no
one ever thought could happen, is the very thing God prepared for those who
love him.” 1 Corinthians 2:9
Blessings!
Pam©2015 Pamela D. Williams
