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(written Monday, January 27)
After the driving adventure of getting up to the cabin, I was sure that I would be perfectly content to sit tight for the full five days – not venturing to a coffee shop for a change of scenery or seeking civilization in search of supplies. I had all that I needed and more for food, warmth, prayer, writing, and meditation.
Unfortunately, the time alone also meant that I had extra thoughts that would run their due course toward worry and fear. As I sit here watching a light snow fall on Monday afternoon, I fight the concerns I have for getting snowed in (two more days of snow anticipated before my departure), or of my car getting more stuck than it was on my way up.
Satan is attacking and creating a spirit of worry and apprehension – one that is hindering my focus as I try to write. Each time the worry creeps in, I remind myself that there is nothing I can do about it now, that I am safe, that God will provide a literal way out when needed, and that each day has enough trouble of its own. Amazing how powerful the Word is to cut through Satan’s lies and attacks!
“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” (Matthew 6:34)
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Snow is a beautiful thing that can give everything a fresh new look. It is also a great medium for skiing, snow-shoeing, and sledding. In Louisiana, it is a great excuse to get out of school and make a snowman, which is what we did in January 1988, days after my youngest sister was born.
There is still a sense of wonder that comes with white flakes falling to the ground. Each snowflake is unique and together with other flakes, makes a snowman, a snow-covered mountain, or a fresh path for walking.
As the body of Christ, we are each unique, like snowflakes, together making a beautiful and useful scene for many purposes.