At some point in our lifetime, we have or will face storms. We may experience sickness, financial problems and disappointments that so often come along. During this time, where is our trust in God? I’m reminded of the disciples in Mark 4 where Jesus gave them instructions to cross over to the other side of the Sea of Galilee while during that time he went down below in the boat and went to sleep. All of a sudden, a violent storm was upon them, and the disciples panicked because they feared they would perish as the boat was tossed. They thought Jesus was unaware and wasn’t concerned about their safety.

In verse 38 it tells us they awoke and said unto Him, “Master carest thou not that we perish”? In verse 39 “He arose, rebuked the wind and said unto the sea, peace be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.” Think about the storms in your life. You can either give into the fear and anxiety and think that Jesus doesn’t care, or you can resist the fear that tries to overwhelm you and put your trust in Him and know He cares for you.

Christian love and sympathy is extended to the family and friends of James “Jim” Schrimsher and to the family and friends of Oscar Lawrence.

Happy anniversary to Joe and Tiny Hollis on May 7, Allie and Joni Mast on May 9, Scott and Laura Parrish on May 12 and Coleman and Mary Ann Sharp on May 13.

Happy birthday wishes to Fay Smith on May 7, Donald Edwards and Marsha Smith, both on May 8, Bob Ash on May 11, Kevin Beal, Shelby Anderson and Beth Finley on May 12 and Mary Ann Sharp, Camden Briggs, Will Hudson, Richard Smith and Randall Wilson on May 13.

A special thank you to those who helped with the Somerville Celebration recently. For all your time and hard work, it won’t go unnoticed for putting forth your efforts to make Somerville a place for families to enjoy.

The Fellowship Quartet will be singing at Chapel Baptist, 1816 Chestnut St. S.E., Decatur, Sat., May 16, at 6 p.m.

Cecil F. Alexander writes, “all things wise and wonderful, the Lord God made them all.” This is so true with the beautiful weather we have been having.