Rumbles of Trouble

“God is our refuge and strength,
Always ready to help in times of trouble.
So we will not fear when earthquakes come
And the mountains crumble into the sea.” (Ps. 46:1-2 NLT)

A close friend, who has been battling cancer, just got her PET scan results yesterday. The tests show new activity in four different locations. She has to undergo chemotherapy again next week. As usual, she is handling the news with grace, and unwavering faith.
I, on the other hand, am sinking into despair.

My first reaction, after hearing the test results was: Why God? This is so unfair!
After several hours of despondency, I am able to pray: God, you are the one who brought her through the troubles the last time, and the time before that. I trust you to take care of her.

On a daily basis, we hear rumors of natural calamities, economic meltdowns, instability, and chaos. When we hear rumbles of trouble, when we see our life crumbling, this is the time to remind ourselves that God is our refuge and strength.