Learning to Kiss the Wave: Anchored in the Savior Through the Storms of Life

by Teresa Harmening

I had been through enough storms in my life to know I had two choices: Lean on my own abilities and try to figure it all out, or trust that God was in control and allow Him to lead me each day through the maze of difficulties. I knew the answer: Lean on Jesus!

I have learned to kiss the wave that throws me against the Rock of Ages.

No matter the size of the wave, each contains the power to throw us against the One who holds us tight and brings us through the storm.

Have you ever hung your harp on the willow? Whatever wave swept you into a wasteland of despair and persuaded you to hang up your harp is also the very wave God can use to help you pick it up again.

A reference to Psalm 137

But God is able to revive the silent strings of your hurting heart and bring forth new melodies of thanksgiving as you pick up your unplayed harp again.

Even a wave can be a blessing in disguise if it results in a more intimate understanding of the Father’s love for you.

Don’t let your present circumstances limit your capacity to praise. Don’t allow the wounds of betrayal or stripes of past hurts to keep you from singing a hymn of praise to the God who is able to shake the foundations of your prison walls and set you free. Set free to help someone else experience the joy of God’s salvation.