Preparing for the Snow

"As we know Jesus better, His divine power gives us everything we need for living a godly life. He has called us to receive his own glory and goodness! And by that same mighty power, he has given us all of his rich and wonderful promises." II Peter 1:3-4a NLT


After months of anticipation, the first snowstorm of the season has finally arrived. People have been preparing for the snow. Yesterday while out for a winter run/walk with my husband, I observed several people pulling out their snow-blowers, and one man was putting a blade on a four wheeler. Snow shovels were placed at doors.  It seemed everyone had been listening to the weather forecasters, and they wanted to be ready.  They didn't want to be caught off guard and buried in snow. I thought about how prepared each person was for what was to come. 


What if our hearts were as attentive to getting to know Jesus as our minds are to focus on what the weather forecasters have to say?  I think about the verse above, and the very first few words are key, "as we know Jesus better . . ."  How do we get to know Jesus better?  I know the answer, but do I always follow through the way I should?  I need to find faithful ways to come to know my Savior more personally every day just like I listen to what the weather forecasters have to say.  Jesus assures me that I will grow closer to Him as I seek Him in my life. The key is understanding that I need to make the effort.  No one else can do it for me; it's up to me. 


Let us pray . . .
Gracious Father,

Preparation is a big part of our lives. Whether we are preparing for a snowstorm or a party, we spend a lot of time preparing.  I know in my life, there is great room for improvement to better prepare each day for a closer relationship with You. So, my choices are a lot like those that prepared or didn't prepare for today's snowstorm. I can either make the effort or not. Help  me Father to make the effort to prepare my heart each day to grow closer to You. 
Amen.