Pastors Article 10-05-2025

Well, it is hurricane season, which means there are almost always tropical storms or hurricanes off the coast churning up the water. Often, we get a storm or two that spin off the coast and head inland to reach us. The truth is that often by this time of the year, we need a storm to come through and water our thirsty land. Storms can be scary and destructive, and at the same time productive and needed. They destroy a lot of structures and cool us down for winter and replenish the water reservoirs that get depleted by the summer heat and drought. In like manner, non-weather-related storms can also be scary but productive in our lives. When I think back, I can remember many times in my life that uncontrollable circumstances brought fear, anxiety, and at the same time, a great opportunity to trust the Lord and grow in my faith. Bad times can result in great opportunities to deepen our walk of faith. God allows things into our lives with great purpose in mind.
Not being in control can be a horrible feeling, but knowing that God is in control is absolutely liberating. I remember when I was little, my mom and dad would take us to the North Georgia Fair. My dad would get into the little car with me and there in front of me was a steering wheel; I would turn it and do my best to steer the car and, for a time, I thought I was controlling its direction. I soon learned that it was on a metal track and that my steering was just an illusion of being in control. Friend, life is much like that. Our idea of being in control is primarily an illusion, but there is peace in knowing that God has things on track and will deliver me safe to the finish line. In other words, I can rest in understanding that my Father has this under His control. I hope you can rest knowing that this storm was meant to draw you closer to Him and not to destroy you.
Pastor,
Rev. Wayne Marcus