THE FLOWERS OF MAY!

Friday, May 1, 2020

THE FLOWERS OF MAY!

Song 2:11-12

11 For, lo, the winter is past, the rain is over and gone;

12 The flowers appear on the earth; the time of the singing of birds is come, and the voice of the turtle [dove] is heard in our land;

           Solomon enjoyed the seasonal changes in Israel. We, too, can observe an awakening in our situation. Today marks the reopening of doors closed because of fear. Our world, right on time, will bloom once again.

           We may still have a few chilly mornings, and it may take some time before the fear that has gripped us will be completely gone, but the blooming time will not be denied. God has not abandoned His rule over all, and we must not surrender to any challenge of it.

Isa 12:2

2 Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid: for the Lord JEHOVAH is my strength and my song; he also is become my salvation.

Dear Lord, today a sliver of bright sunlight warms the darkness of our ark. The earth has changed and the storm, we trust, is over. We will go forth in hope trusting the rhythm of your providence. Thank you, Lord, that the time of blooming is again upon us. AMEN