Rainbows and Promises

I will remember my covenant between me and you and all living creatures of every kind. Never again will the waters become a flood to destroy all life. Whenever the rainbow appears in the clouds, I will see it and remember the everlasting covenant between God and all living creatures of every kind on the earth. Genesis 9:15-16 (NKJV)

What does a rainbow remind you of? I ask my kids every time we see one. We answer together, God always keeps His promises!

In many cases rainbows do not appear until after a storm. Their beauty is hidden from us and when we least expect it, the rainbow appears and suddenly the storm is forgotten. The wonder and beauty of the rainbow captures our attention.

Storms originate from unstable weather patterns and manifest themselves through wind, snow, rain, ice, etc...The storms we experience in life can be illness, marital problems, job loss, un-confessed sin, etc... Are you going through a storm in your life? God has a perfect plan for your life and a purpose. Do you trust Him as Noah did?

Noah did not have an easy life. If you read Genesis 6:1-9:17, it tells a compelling story of obedience and trust. Genesis 6:9 (NIV) tells us, Noah was a righteous man, blameless among the people of his time, and he walked with God. God had a plan for Noah and a purpose. As a result of Noah's faith and obedience, God made the everlasting covenant (promise) not to send another flood that destroys all life. This promise remains for us!

God's promises are unending. Fear not, for I am with you. Isaiah 41:10 Blessed is the man who makes the Lord his trust. Psalm 40:4 - I will be a Father to you, and you shall be My sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty. 2 Corinthians 6:18 Come to me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28

Through trials and triumphs we can be assured God always keeps His promises. The rainbows in our lives are results of obedience to God, and trust, as we walk through life's journey.

Whenever you see a rainbow, remember that God always keeps His promises.

Heavenly Father, thank you for your many promises and for rainbows. Strengthen us as we endeavor to be women of faith and obedience.

Janet Stutzman