Selfishness. Confusion. Hopelessness.
The story of Noah is one that inspires and connects with many people in today’s time. Just as Noah’s world was filled with corruption and people wildly seeking their own desires, today’s culture and age is often marked by a high level of selfishness and sinful ideals.
The hope we find in Noah’s story, is that God looked through the mire and murky lives of humanity, seeking one individual who was strong enough to stand up for what he believed was pure and right. In finding Noah, God found a means in which to establish a line of connection between mankind and their Saviour. By providing Noah with specific, detailed instructions, God laid out a plan for rescuing man from themselves.
Undoubtedly, there was a sense of solitary purpose felt by Noah. His countrymen balked. His family questioned. His own heart wondered. But he knew that he had heard from his God, and he knew he was called to follow. Follow he did.
In our own lives, we are often challenged by situations that confront our ideals, our identity, and our purpose. The conflicting beliefs and events in our society provide opportunity to seek God’s provision, guidance, and promise in new and beautiful ways. Once we learn to seek him in the midst of our personal worlds, recognize his guidance, and follow his hand of protection and provision, we will see the rainbows of his promises in our own lives.
Hope. Grace. Promise. Life.
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