Psalm 147:12-20

“He gives snow like wool; he scatters frost like ashes. He hurls down hail like crumbs—who can stand before his cold? He sends out his word, and melts them;   he makes his wind blow, and the waters flow.” vss. 16-18

What a year! Who would have expected last January 1 that we would have seen the changes that have taken place in our country! Some of course are thrilled, while many have been deeply distressed. The collusion of big money and unlimited power has consequences that boggle the mind, and we have no idea what will happen in 2026. The psalmist weighs in today with a reminder that should give us some assurance. No matter what those with big egos might think, there is another force at work in our world, and God’s power dwarfs that of mere mortals. As some in our country are experiencing today, snow and hail come with the rhythm of the seasons and the resulting cold grips our core. All the seemingly quirky shifts of nature are a part of God’s continuing creation. Icy times are followed by sunny skies; waters flow, and life is recreated. All we can do is stand in awe as the world changes before our eyes, one season following another. May each of us have the confidence that God is actually the one in charge, and that in Christ joy and will abound for all people of faith.

Thought for the Day: How will I toast the New Year tonight?