We had an interesting flight yesterday. We were about 10 minutes late taking off. Some people in the back of the plane would not take their seats.
After several stern announcements from the senior flight attendant, the issue, whatever it was was resolved and we were able to take off.
We had been flying for about 20 or 30 when we were told there was quite a bit of turbulent weather and the pilot was flying an alternate route to avoid it. Stay in your seats and keep your seat belts pulled tight.
Only when we were already late did we receive word that a weather front from Mexico to Las Vegas was the cause for our rerouting and that of a number of other flights.
We would be on the ground in Phoenix in another 20 minutes or so. We arrived safely and all was well.
One thing I noticed as the passengers were boarding was a family with 3 small children. Only once did I hear a small cry, I couldn’t turn around to see but I imagine that the mother was cuddling her child and diminishing any fears.
Now why would I tell you this story? Glad you asked.
“But I have learned to feel safe and satisfied, like a young child in its mother’s arms. People of Israel, you must trust the Lord now and forever.” Psalm 131:2-3 CEV
When we run into turbulence how do we handle it?
I can tell you how I did, I prayed. Things were beyond my control but not beyond God’s. No fear, just confidence that I was in a place of safety.
It’s little daily lessons like these that remind me of the Father’s constant protection and love.
Let me encourage you – feel safe like a child in its mother’s arms. No matter the circumstances God is holding you in His arms.