God Answered with a Hurricane!

My Dan and me

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God!”
Philippians 4:6

“And my God will supply all your needs according to

His riches in glory in Christ Jesus!”

Philippians 4:19

At Parris Island, the final trial for rite of passage from recruit to US Marine

 is “The Crucible” – a 54-hour, grueling test of physical and mental strength where candidates travel 48 miles on foot, carrying 45 pounds of gear, negotiating numerous obstacles, and resolving copious problems, all the while deprived of adequate food and sleep!

As the day approached for our son, Dan, to brave and conquer his Crucible, I asked multitudes of friends and family to pray, asking God to grant good weather!

God answered our prayers and wisely sent…

a hurricane!

Omniscient Father God knew the needs of those young men and women better than their storm-tossed, anxious mothers. New Marines needed preparation for the hostile conditions of war and NOT a pleasant romp around the island like scouts at camp!

Take every need to God in prayer and trust His answers!

"I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.”

Philippians 4:13

Thank You, Lord, for hurricanes!