Time to repair the leaks

In light of the beautiful rain we had in Texas this morning....

"The time to repair the roof is while the sun is shining." --JFK

I love the smell of rain. I love the sound of heavy rain. And I especially love summer-time rain. I used to live in the country and one of my favorite things to do was sit out on the porch and watch the storms roll in while enjoying the breeze with a cup of coffee in my hand.

If I suddenly remember that my car windows are down or that the rain may destroy things I neglected to protect, then that same storm that brought peace could easily bring panic and despair.

We all get caught in the storms of life. Take care of the leaks now so that later you can avoid some of the damage. Live healthy now so that later you can enjoy living healthy. Clean your house now so that you can enjoy unexpected company. Save money now so that later, you can enjoy retirement. Proverbs 6:8 says, "She prepares her food in the summer and gathers her provision in the harvest." There can be things that need to be prepared in all areas of our lives- not just physically, but also in our relationships, finances, personal growth, career, and spiritual life. The storms will come. Get fit and live through them.