Isaiah 61:3 And Provide For Those Who Grieve In Zion-- To Bestow On Them A Crown Of Beauty Instead Of Ashes, The Oil Of Gladness Instead Of Mourning, And A Garment Of Praise Instead Of A Spirit Of Despair. They Will Be Called Oaks Of Righteousness, A Planting Of The Lord For The Display Of His Splendor.

Pain is like a storm rolling in from a distant place.

In the storm there is chaos and tumult then a time of comfort.

With the storm comes a natural pruning of trees and plants. With the storm comes a natural pruning of our heart, mind, and soul.

With the storm comes a time of darkness soon followed by light in our soul.

With the storm comes a display of God's power against the dark powers and dark forces trying to destroy us.

With the storm comes a voice, the voice of God, calling out to us to hold fast, for He is always with us.

With the storm comes the destruction of one mission and the beginning of a new one.

With the storm comes confusion then a time of clarity.

With the storm comes a time of imprisonment then comes freedom.