When the rain beats down
And I had people to see and things to do
My instinct is to retreat
The world is enforcing its power on me
Reminding me I’m small
Powerless
That its waters are dangerous
I could slide off the road
Delay my plans
But when I’m overwhelmed by the world
Disappointed by people
Separated from tasks
The rain is a grateful embrace
Reminding me I’m human
Bound to earth
That the rain is more a part of me
Than the errors and pettiness of sin
The creator made the rain before he made me
To care for me
To care for His world
So it’s okay today
If you want to retreat from the rain
Maybe it’s caring for you
Sheltering you from the world and its
Harsh light
But maybe, you’re meant to
Step into the rain
Get absolutely, completely, perfectly
Drenched