Miracle Out of the Mud. Cleon Dewey

dirt cellar. My shelter was under the wings of the Almighty. The faith that had sustained me since childhood had grown deep roots. Like those mighty palm trees, I had been conditioned to stand. My physical body and emotions would suffer a storm that I never dreamed possible one day before it hit. Somehow, I saw the next chapters of my life like the palm trees.

      He shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water that brings forth its fruit in its season.

      (Psalm 1:3 - NKJV)

      It takes a storm to know your strength. It also takes a storm to know your weakness.

      The tree that’s planted by the water is unmovable. Truly, the water of the Word is the source of strength in my life.

      By God’s grace I would rise above the storm.

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      The eagle spreads its mighty wings and rides upon the storm to lofty heights.

      An old cliché says, “It’s impossible to fly like an eagle if you think like a turkey!” Your thoughts determine what you will accomplish in life. Your success in navigating the storms depends upon your ability to get on top of the obstacles along the way.

      For as he thinks in his heart, so is he...

      (Proverbs 23:7 - NKJV)

      The bald eagle’s keen instincts warn him of the coming storm. This amazing bird, sensing peril in the atmosphere, strategically positions himself on top of the storm and allows its thrust to raise him high above the danger. He doesn’t need to struggle. The sun is always shining on top of the clouds.

      The secret to rising above the storm is resting in the storm.

      ...those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint. (Isaiah 40:31 - NKJV)

      PRAYER: Lord Jesus, You are in the midst of every storm. I am depending on You like never before. Forgive me for ever doubting You. I long for the time when I am safe and looking down upon the dark clouds that You brought me through. Help me soar on wings of faith to a new level. AMEN.