(Y)IKE(S)!

Ike packed a wallop! I have been intrigued by the weather channels coverage of Ike, and to be honest I have questioned the intelligence of the reporters and camera operators. I know for many their reporting has to be a relief, that certain areas held up well, while for others it has to be painful as they report areas of devastation.

I don't know about this new age "instant reporting" from storms to wars to battle skirmishes. When is too much information, too quickly, dangerous.

I find myself wondering what GOD has to be thinking when he sees a storm like Ike. Did he know storms like Ike would occur or did he give earth his best shot at the time of creation and turn it loose to see where it goes.

I like to think of it like that. I would hate to think GOD made devastating disasters, or diseases. Maybe GOD finished his creation and turned the day to day operation over to Mother Nature. Maybe this is where he knows what choices will be available but allows us to choose.

I don't like the thought of pre-determined-destiny. Otherwise why would he even bother with letting us play it out. Why not determine judgement right then. Up or down, good or bad.

I don't know. I'm glad GOD has that job.

FATHER, I pray for those in the storm stricken areas, for those in the path of the storm as it moves inland. Bless them and keep them. Be with the leaders making the determinations of safety and with the workers trying to restore order to the areas.