Expecting Unexpected Turbulence

[276 words] On a recent overseas flight, first the flight attendant and then the captain announced over the intercom that the seatbelt signs had been turned on because they were “expecting unexpected turbulence.” There’s nothing like a good oxymoron to entertain exhausted airplane passengers. However, the long flight gave me ample time to contemplate the idea of expecting unexpected turbulence on our Christian journey. The Christian life is a journey – a long journey, with quite a bit of turbulence. And the turbulence we experience often comes at unexpected times. And, while we might not be able to predict when turbulent times will come, we can and should expect them. In preparation for the turbulence in life, the Christian needs to buckle up. In other words, we need to utilize the safety measures we have at our disposal. Understanding that God is ever-preccsent in our lives provides a strong belt…