Psalm 77:16-20

When the waters saw you, O God, when the waters saw you, they were afraid; indeed, the deep trembled. The clouds poured out water; the skies gave forth thunder; your arrows flashed on every side. The crash of your thunder was in the whirlwind; your lightnings lighted up the world; the earth trembled and shook. Your way was through the sea, your path through the great waters; yet your footprints were unseen. You led your people like a flock by the hand of Moses and Aaron.

The signs of the forecasted Arctic blast are upon us; the wind rising, the temperatures falling and we will experience the evidence of Your might once again. How many will recognize Your voice in the storm? Will I remember that this is one of the ways You speak to Your people? Will I remember to praise You at the height of the gale? Will I remember to call upon You to reveal Yourself to all and to refresh our awareness of Your grace and mercy?

(This was written on 12 December, 2009), we are not having winter in June in Vermont)

Today's readings in the Psalms:

Morning: Psalm 97

Mid-day: 119:65-72

Evening: Psalm 23

Voices Together is available as an annual daily devotional and Volume 1, Psalms 1 through 75 can be purchased at the Fellowship Of Ailbe bookstore. Volume 2, Psalms 76 through 150 will be available for sale shortly.