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Through water and fire, He is with us.

 

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Isaiah 43:2
"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you;
and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you.
When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned;
the flames will not set you ablaze."

In Times of Trouble

I don't know how you have been feeling through this whole pandemic but I have definitely felt in times of trouble.
I feel safe at home, where I can control what is going on, but I often feel stressed and worried when I have to go out. Shopping has become tense instead of routine or even enjoyable. Meeting friends takes planning and preparation rather than an impulsive trip to a coffee shop.

God's Promise

In difficult times the bible reminds us that God is there when we need him. He will not let our situations overcome us. 
Imagine a stormy sea as a picture of life. The waves will not pull you from the boat, Jesus is there to calm the storm or to give you a way to cope with it.
It has been said that though everyone is in the same storm, we all have a different boat. Each person is experiencing the storm in their own way and will be troubled by different aspects. But God is there no matter what. 

SO whether you see more storms ahead or fire that tries to burn you, He is there when you call, ready to offer reassurance and guidance.


Activity Ideas

https://www.3strandcordsilks.org/our-store/silk-flags/fabulous-flex-flags/through-fire-water-flex-flag/

 This image from Pinterest shows beautiful fire and water flags to wave. Could you be inspired to make your own flags or paintings to remember that God is always with you?

🌊 How about some water play, trying to make waves and a storm? Maybe best to do outside, you don't want to cover the whole bathroom in water!

💦 Do you know the song Row, row, row the boat? Did you know there are lots of verses? We sing a few at toddler group - crocodile, lion, polar bear, splish splash - perhaps you can find more verses or even try to make up your own. Could you make up a verse to remind us of Jesus calming the storm? 🎵



Final Note

I pray that you will find calm waters and ways to manage the hard times. I pray you will feel God close to you and know His presence when you need it most.


God Bless you all

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