Refreshing Rain

I can almost hear the trees, grass, bushes, and shrubs sigh in relief.

God gave us the sweetest rain shower this evening.

It was a surprise rain.
It fell gently and steady.

Shep was busy cutting the grass with a trail of dust behind him when it began.

We couldn't stand it...we had to get out in it and play, twirl, run, dance, and smile for the brief respite from the blazing heat.

We have had record highs in the mid 90's for several straight weeks. There has been no relief at all. No rain in the forecast.





Then, out of nowhere, it blew in and changed our day.

Isn't that just like God?

I believe He loves to surprise us in all kinds of ways.






















For us~ it was the simple delight of a summer (much needed) shower.

Creator God~we thank You for the rain. It was short and sweet but somehow...just enough. We love that You surprise us! Keep us grateful for simple pleasures. I have heard it said and written that You even smell like the scent of rain. Why would I be surprised at all that even Your fragrance brings with it refreshing and renewal. This evening the colors took on a different hue; they were brighter and deeper at the same time. It was as if they wanted to be more brilliant for the One who gives them life.

Deuteronomy 32:2
Let my teaching fall like rain and my words descend like dew, like showers on new grass, like abundant rain on tender plants.