Remember The Blessing Instead Of The Storm
Storms We Don’t Always See Coming
The other day, my sister and I were talking about storms—not the kind with thunder, lightning, and torrential rain, but the storms that shake your life to the core. The ones that leave you exhausted, broken, and unsure of how you’ll ever pick up the pieces.
We’ve all had those seasons where the storm clouds roll in, and all you can do is hold on for dear life, praying the sunshine comes soon.
What Doesn’t Kill You… Still Feels Like It Might
When I’m in the middle of a life storm, I don’t usually feel like a warrior. I feel weak. Overwhelmed. I cling to the Lord, asking Him to calm the waves and bring peace to my anxious heart. It’s only after the storm has passed that I start saying things like, “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.”
It reminds me a little of childbirth. You endure months of discomfort, then the agonizing pain of delivery. But the moment you hold your newborn, the pain starts to fade. The blessing takes center stage.
I Forgot the Storm?
While talking with my sister, I started listing off some of the personal storms I had weathered. To my surprise, she gently reminded me of one I hadn’t mentioned. Then Joe, my husband, reminded me of another. And later, my mother added one more.
I was shocked at how many I had forgotten. How could I forget storms that once brought me to my knees?
Why Blessings Win the Battle
If you asked me about my life today, I’d tell you I’m incredibly blessed—more than I deserve. And that’s the key.
I’ve chosen to dwell on the blessings rather than the storms. That doesn’t mean the storms didn’t happen, but the Lord has been so good to me that His blessings have outshined the pain.
Numbers 6:24-26 (NIV)
“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.”
When You Can’t See the Sun, Trust the One Who Made It
Some of the storms I’ve walked through weren’t just light rain—they were full-on hurricanes. I didn’t think I’d survive a few of them. But I did. Not because I was strong, but because God was with me.
Deuteronomy 31:6 (NIV)
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”
He didn’t just walk me through the storm—He carried me. And over time, the winds died down, the water receded, and His peace flooded my heart.
What We Dwell On Becomes Our Story
I read something recently that stuck with me: What your mind dwells on can consume you. And it’s true.
I’m not consumed by the storms because I’ve chosen to dwell on the blessings. It’s not always easy, but it’s worth it. King David knew this well.
Psalm 118:5-7 (NIV)
“When hard pressed, I cried to the Lord; he brought me into a spacious place. The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me? The Lord is with me; he is my helper. I look in triumph on my enemies.”
What Storms Have You Forgotten?
After reading this, you might start thinking back on the storms you’ve faced too. Take a moment to reflect—not to relive the pain, but to recognize how far God has brought you.
You might be banged up, maybe even still healing, but you’re here. And if you’re reading this, that means the storm didn’t win.
To GOD Goes The Glory!
Have A Blessed Day!
Let’s End With a Prayer:
Heavenly Father,
Thank You for being with me in every storm. Thank You for the blessings that followed, for the peace that came after the pain, and for the strength You gave me to walk through the darkness. Help me to remember the blessing instead of the storm. Remind me daily that Your love is greater than any hardship and that Your presence is the light that breaks through every cloud. May my life always point back to You—my refuge, my strength, and my peace.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
Thank you for the blessing. I needed so much.
This post really hit home for me. Thank you for reminding me that the blessings are the goal to focus on and be thankful for, not the storm. I also love the prayer.
Thank you for the wonderful words today— I have been walking out a time in my life that I would call a miracle, not a storm or even a test. God saved me from a bad wreck — I broke 9 bones all over my body and had to go to the trauma ER and have surgery to put a rod in my right femur and reattach my right hip ball socket. I had 2 ribs broken on my right side, my left hand was broken, two of my vertebrae on the left side, my ankle (found 25 days later along with the small bone in my calf.
But the miracle was when the wreck occurred a man heard the wreck from inside his house and saw on his doorbell and he came out to my car and somehow got my (locked) door open and stayed with me til the EMTs pulled me out of the car. He kept telling me “stay with me” over and over. I was gasping for air and when I would try to open my eyes it was a blinding white light.
I do not remember much more until I woke up when they were after the surgery. I just was in and out.
Since the wreck Oct 23, I fell and actually broke the rod in my leg!! And had to have all the hardware replaced— the miracle here is my femur was not healing (calling it a nonunion). So a special surgeon did my surgery and put cadaver shavings and marrow in the gap to help it heal.
I praise God for this storm in my life. It brought me out of a place of depression— after the wreck when I really woke up in the room I wanted to see everyone and know what everyone was doing. I felt like God had blessed me greatly allowing me to endure a hardship to come forth as gold on the other side 💛
Carla, I am so sorry you have had to go through this. But, this morning, I was listening to Priscilla Shirer, and she said that we all want to see a miracle, but we don’t want to be placed in the situation where a miracle is needed. That really said something to me.
Every storm for a child of God is strengthening our faith. I wouldn’t take anything for the lessons I learned through the struggles.
Those are hard lessons, but they are the ones that stick with us.
Amen! Thank you Jesus. 🙏
I’ve been through many storms and the Lord has brought me through. Thank you for reminding me to remember the blessings from them. And thank you for your Sunday devotionals! I look forward to them every week. ❤️
I’m glad you enjoyed today’s post.
Thank you for this reminder…….God is with us through every storm. I needed to hear it this morning. Thank you so much for these Sunday posts.
Storms are never pretty while we are going through them, but the aftermath can bring lots of happiness.
Thank you for sharing this lovely devotion. It really touched my heart.❤️
Your prayer is fitting.
Thank you for sharing this – exactly what I needed to read today! Bless you, today and always.
Beautiful Sunday post as always. My favorites, which I forgot to put in survey, I think.
The key to happiness is exactly what you said, Tania…choosing to dwell on the positive not the negative and being grateful. Loved the childbirth analogy…many of us can relate. You are a good teacher. 😊
Thanks, Lisa. I appreciate your kind words.