He Planned the Weather Too

June 8th, 2025 – 32 years to the day that God gave me the gift of life. And this year, of all years, that day landed on His day: Sunday.

God’s timing is never wrong.

He has remained the faithful Father that we know Him to be during one of the most trying times I’ve ever experienced.

So instead of the usual dinner or plans with friends:
I centered my birthday around Him.

I took a flight and planned ways to be present in His presence. A solo trip where I was never truly alone.

Sunday morning, I was blessed to get the opportunity to worship at 2819 Church, where Pastor Phillip Anthony Mitchell delivered a Word that spoke directly to me. His message, centered around the question of “Will you be ready when He comes?” felt like confirmation that I’m walking the right path.

A path that leads straight to Him.

I spent the next few days in prayer and studying Scripture in places He created.

It was the most peaceful, fulfilling experience I’ve had.

Now, here is the part that proves how real and good God is.
When I checked the forecast the week of my trip, it was predicted to storm the ENTIRE time I was there. All day, every day.

And yet God showed His power once again.
He blessed me with beautiful weather to see ALL of my plans through!

At one point, as soon as I closed my bible, I felt a raindrop. It was as if He waited for me to be finished.

Then the rain poured, hard. Prepared with my umbrella, I made my way back to my rental and Googled somewhere nearby to eat.

By the time I decided on a spot, the rain stopped.
The sun broke through again, and I could walk, dry and grateful, to Mr. Fries Man and order one of the loaded fries I can usually only drool over via social media.

Just like this season of my life, God remained present.
This trip was His reminder that there is always sun after the rain.

He has used the storm to anchor my faith in Him.

I am blessed. I am grateful.
Happy Birthday to me! 🎉

“You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.” – Psalm 16:11