MARCH 20, Psalm 147:15-18

It was the one-week term break in March and the Junior Worship class had planned a picnic lunch at the East Coast Park. Everyone was excited, except James. James did not like the beach because he had always been afraid of the sound of the waves. Although he is now in Primary Five and that initial fear is gone, still he does not like to be by the seaside.

Brother Michael had assigned every student some responsibility. Whether it was to bring beach towels, or drinks, or games, or some sandwiches, everyone had to do something for that is what teamwork is all about. Brother Michael himself was going to bring a pot of honey- baked ham and of course, as the teacher, he was in charge of giving a short exhortation from the Bible.

After he had assigned everyone something to do, Brother Michael asked, “Children, is there anything else we need to prepare for the picnic?” There was no reply until James said, “We have to pray for good weather.”

Brother Michael was very impressed, “Indeed James is right! We have to ask the Lord to grant us good weather otherwise we will not be able to have the picnic! James, do you often pray for good weather when your family goes to the beach?”

Sheepishly James replied, “Frankly, when my family plans for a beach outing, I often pray to the Lord about the weather, but it is not for good but for bad weather!” He then told them about his past fears but eventually smiled and said, “But for this outing, I am going to pray for good weather, so that all of us can enjoy ourselves as a Junior Worship class! In fact, I’ll try to like the beach and with the yummy food, Junior Worship friends, and interesting games, I think not liking the beach will be a thing of the past!”

Thought: May I commit even the weather into God’s loving hands!

Prayer: Heavenly Father, I am so glad You are in control of everything, including the weather. I pray that I will learn to commit the different areas of my life into Your hands. When I go out, or when the family has any outing, remind me to seek You for protection and blessings. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.