Thunder
Rev. Justin Smidstra reflects on the theological meaning of thunder as God's voice in creation, demonstrating His sovereign power, majesty, and holiness through biblical meditation on Psalms and Job. This devotional piece encourages readers to recognize God's providence and glory displayed in natural phenomena, fostering awe and reverence in daily Christian living.
Rev. Justin Smidstra, pastor of First PRC in Holland, Michigan When the dark storm clouds roll in, the lightning flickers, and the thunder rumbles, it is a sound like no other. Thunder evokes awe and fear. Rightly so, for every thunder clap resounds with raw, untamed power, reminding man how small and powerless he is and how mighty God is. Unlike our everyday speech, the Bible never says it thunders, but that God thunders. "The God of glory thundereth" (Ps. 29:3). "The Lord also thundered in...
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