FAIR WEATHER FAITH
Today's reading: Job 5-6

"My brother, you have proved as unreliable as a seasonal brook that overflows its banks in the spring, when it is swollen with ice and melting snow. But when the hot weather arrives, the water disappears. The brook vanishes in the heat." Job 6:15-16 NLT

I enjoy walking outside--when it's around 65 degrees, the sun is shining and there are no annoying neighborhood dogs yipping at my heels.

I enjoy horseback riding--when it's around 65 degrees, the sun is shining and the horses are behaving well.

I enjoy gardening--when it's around 65 degrees, the sun is shining and the weeds are few.

I enjoy hiking--when it's around 65 degrees, the sun is shining and all snakes have been removed from the area.

I enjoy camping--when it's around 65 degrees, the sun is shining and the sleeping bag is as comfy as my own bed and the bathroom facilities are top notch.

I am a fair weather kind of gal.

I never thought much about it until this verse hit me between the eyes with its conviction of my faith.

I serve and praise Him when the sun is shining. I support friends and pray for them when my plate isn't too full of other things to do. I encourage and quote verses when my mind is wrapped around God's goodness and not overwhelmed with satan's tactics. I bless my family with my godly living when they're doing their best to live in godly ways, too.

Like a brook that dries up. Gushing in season, dry as a bone at other times. Unreliable. Non-commital. Wavering. Faithless.

If my faith is based on God's goodness, His love and His unchangability--then why should it ever look like a roller coaster ride...up and down, down and up, up and down?