Sometimes life is like walking through the ocean wearing a trench coat.  And the weight of the sea-soaked garb drags like an anchor.  And the waves crush in from every direction.  And you realize the salty spray upon your cheeks is a trail of tears and the briny sea you’re trying to navigate is the sum of them. 

And God meets us here. Here in the midst of our suffering and pain. And if we are willing to let Him, He will calm the stormy seas…