The Clouds of Life By Billy Graham • October 10 “The Lord went before them by day in a pillar of cloud to lead the way.” —Exodus 13:21, NKJV Clouds will come. They are part of life. But by God’s grace we need not be depressed by them. Just as clouds can protect us from the brightness of the sun, life’s clouds can reveal the glory of God, and from their lofty height God speaks to us. Like the children of Israel, we are travelers to the promised land. As they traveled through the wilderness, the Bible says, “The Lord went before them by day in a pillar of cloud to lead the way.” Perhaps, like them, you are passing through a wilderness right now. It may be the wilderness of a broken marriage, or a financial reversal, or a major disappointment, or a threatening illness. It may even be a wilderness of doubt or sin. But God is with you in the wilderness, and He goes before you to encourage and guide you. He brought the children of Israel through the wilderness—and He will bring you through it as well, as you look in faith to Him. Never forget: “He is the living God, and steadfast forever” (Daniel 6:26). Hope for Today The children of Israel knew that the presence of God was in the cloud, and they only moved when it moved. We can view our clouds the same way; God is still with us, and we wait for Him to move. | ||
Q: How can I get past a recent disaster when I’m afraid it will happen again? | ||
Devotion text from Hope for Each Day with Billy Graham, © Billy Graham, published by Thomas Nelson, Inc. Bible translation used with permission. | ||
Billy Graham Evangelistic Association | ||
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