Today’s post is simple. The verses speak for themselves considering this.
Now listen, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money.” Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. James 4:13-14
Read more at MarlaTaviano.com
Wow. That must have been terrifying! It reminded me of something David Platt said in the James series. There is no guarantee that we will lay our head down on our pillow alive each night. Events like your recent one really make that statement a reality. I’m so glad to hear your family was unharmed.
Yes, exactly. Reminded of how quickly things can change.
Praising God for keeping y’all safe. Love you, friend.
Thank you, Marla, me too
how scary! I suppose that’s why the earlier verse say for us to stop dabbling and get serious. people are dying (thankfully not in your situation but it could have happened) we must tell them about Jesus. We must reflect Jesus in our lives.
Completely agree, Brooke!
Facing death definitely gives us perspective to the fragility of life. Gives me a sense of urgency for living each day for His glory!