Romans 8:28 (ESV)
And we know that for those who love God all things work
together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.
The Grand Canyon Park bookstore operated by the National
Park Service found itself in the midst of some controversy a few years ago when
they were selling a book written by creationists much to the ire of the
National Center for Science Education.
The book detailed how the Grand Canyon could have been
formed from a “catastrophic” event – a catastrophe such as the flood of Noah’s
day. Imagine that, it may have been a catastrophe that created such beauty!
Nearly 2000 years ago, the disciples witnessed a
catastrophe -- the crucifixion of our Lord. But the Lord used this tragedy to
redeem all mankind. This great catastrophe was turned to ultimate beauty.
Each of us has experienced tragedy in our lives.
Inevitably the question arises -- Why? Let’s be encouraged by one of God’s most
beautiful masterpieces. The Lord can turn our great catastrophes into great
beauty -- into great victory!
Let’s turn to the Lord with our catastrophes. He can turn
the most difficult tragedy into an incredible work of art!
Dear Lord, we thank You that even in catastrophes You can
bring great things. Help us look for the good in thing rather than the bad. In
the Name of Jesus, Amen.
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