DAILY?READINGS: Gen. 23; Job 27-28; Matt. 12:22-50
Awake, O north wind; and come thou south; blow upon my garden, that the spices thereof may flow out. Song of Solomon 4:16
A Christian writer states that, “There simply are those spans of time in our walk with the Lord that ‘winter weather’ descends upon the soul.” He says what is needed is a “gentle thaw,” the warming influence of God’s gracious spirit. Being quiet in His presence we hear Him tell us to draw near to Him and He will draw near to us. (Jam. 4:8) He does not want us shackled by our struggles, so He sends southern breezes of compassion that lead to greening meadows where we can again enjoy the sonshine in our souls. —E. Dyck
Blessed quietness, holy quietness; what assurance to the soul!
On the stormy sea, He speaks peace to me; how the billows cease to roll!
—Manie Payne Ferguson