We will all face storms. Moments when the wind howls, the sky is darken, and everything we thought was secure, starts to shake. The loss of a loved one. A relationship falling apart. Financial uncertainty. A diagnosis that changes everything. These moments feel like life is being turned upside down, and we’re left wondering if we will ever feel whole again. But here’s the truth. Storms don’t last forever, and we are never meant to weather them alone.
God is still in control. When the disciples were caught in a terrifying storm at sea, Jesus was asleep in the boat (Mark 4:35-41). They panicked. They questioned whether He even cared. And then, with a single command, Jesus calmed the wind and waves.
Your storm may seem overwhelming, but God is not unaware. He hasn’t abandoned you. Even when He seems silent, He’s still in control, and at any moment, He can speak peace into your situation.
Storms have a way of stripping away what’s superficial. They reveal our fears, our doubts, and our deepest desires. But they also reveal our faith. What we truly believe about God often surfaces when life doesn’t go the way we planned. Instead of running from the storm, ask “ God, what are you trying to show me in this?” Let the storm deepen your roots in Him, not pull you away. Allow yourself to feel the loss and to feel the discomfort. It’s very possible that you may feel like you’re breaking, but in God’s hands, you’re being rebuilt. Piece by piece He’s restoring your heart, renewing your faith, and preparing you for what’s next. I know this from my own storms.
Let others hold up your arms. We weren’t meant to go through life’s hardest moments alone. Let people in. Reach out to a trusted friend. Call your pastor. Join a prayer group. You don’t have to be strong all of the time. Let others be strength to you. I am grateful for the women that walked side-by-side through the hardest times of my life.
No matter what storm you’re facing right now, there is hope, there is healing, and there is purpose even in the pain. God uses the wind and the waves, to shape us, to draw us closer, and to prepare us for the things He’s doing. Your storm is not the end of your story. It’s the beginning of a deeper faith, a stronger you, and a life anchored in Gods unshakable love. Finding my purpose came from my pain. Encouraging women to believe they will come out more resilient and to overcome the challenges of their life. Hold on my friend. God is in the boat with you. The storm may be long, but who you become afterwards is a beautiful gift to yourself if you allow it.
Journey Beyond the Silver Lining 