Hurricane Matthew is just beginning its assault on Florida as I write these words. The devastation throughout the Caribbean has been massive and it will be days, if not weeks, before the full extent of this powerful storm's damage is fully assessed. Early warning has been given to residents along the Florida, Georgia, and Carolina borders and many have been encouraged to evacuate to safer locations. Some have heeded this warning while others have stubbornly determined to stay in their homes and businesses. Some of our folks here have had travel plans affected by the storm as that region will pretty much shut down for days to come.
Over the next several days to a week, we will assess the response of our ministry partners in reaching out to the victims of this terrible storm and see how we might cooperate together in Christ-like response. For now, let us commit ourselves to pray for those in the path of the storm and those now left in its wake. Though the toll of this storm is yet unknown, it is certain that lives have been irrevocably changed as a result. So, pray that in the midst of the storm, God will be at work to care for the millions living in these affected areas, and also for care givers, first responders, and repair crews who will work to meet these pressing needs.
The Psalmist writes, "God is our refuge and strength, an ever present help in time of trouble. Therefore, we will not be afraid." Amen.
Jim Abernathy
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