Like you, I’ve faced quite a few storm clouds in my life. Some literal, some figurative. In both cases, one thing I’ve learned: the Lord is my Strength. He’s also my Song. When I praise Him, particularly in the storm, I discover a sense of peace and comfort that makes no sense when you consider the circumstances. But looking back and seeing how He has been so present in time’s past makes me trust Him for today and tomorrow, too.
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