Thoughts: Hannah's Blog

We live in uncertain times, we know not what tomorrow holds. Few days back, we did not know if the lockdown would be relaxed or extended? If extended, for how long? Is the place where I live turning into a hot spot? In that case, there will be further restrictions in movements, roads are being closed. My sister is stuck at her friends house in Chennai, we don’t know when we will get to see her next. The borders are closed, buses and trains have been stopped. Not sure when they will be operational and even then, will it be safe to travel?

So many questions on our mind – the when’s, the what’s, the why’s, the how long’s. I don’t have the answers, some try to find it; for me I feel it’s ok not to have the answers. One thing I am certain of, God is in control and He is trustworthy. He said, “ In the world you have tribulation and distress and suffering, but be courageous [be confident, be undaunted, be filled with joy]; I have overcome the world.” [My conquest is accomplished, My victory abiding.]” – John 16:33 AMP.

Only He can grant us peace, amidst the storm. The peace that is beyond understanding, that will calm our hearts and refresh our souls. And we look forward with hope in his unfailing love. And He is with us, through it all, walking alongside. I’d like to end with a song, one of my favourites:

When you walk through a storm

Hold your head up high

And don’t be afraid of the dark

At the end of a storm

There’s a golden sky

And the sweet silver song of a lark

Walk on through the wind

Walk on through the rain

Though your dreams be tossed and blown

Walk on, walk on

With hope in your heart

And you’ll never walk alone

You’ll never walk alone!