A pastor, faith leader, husband, and father offers hope and healing to all those suffering from Hurricane Milton, Hurricane Helen, and the ongoing effects of life's storms that are perhaps invisible to others. shared an urgent message.
Pastor Jesse Bradley of Auburn, Washington says, “The Bible teaches us that we face many different types of trials, including both literal and figurative storms (James 1:2-4). We've made that very clear,” he told Fox News Digital. (See the video at the top of this article.)
“Storms are devastating and take away what is most valuable to us,” he added. “Storms break our hearts and humble us. They also remind us how much we need God's help.”
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“God’s grace and faithfulness makes a difference in the midst of storms, and we will weather them together.”
Bradley is the senior pastor of Grace Community Church in suburban Seattle. He is also the founder of Just Choice Hope Ministries (justchoosehope.org).
A look at the damage Hurricane Milton has caused in Florida over the past week. “The storm is a reminder of how much we need God's help,” said one pastor in Washington. (Miguel J. Rodriguez Carrillo/AFP/Getty Images; iStock)
Bradley recounted relevant passages from the Bible that have long comforted many believers.
“The disciples were in the boat when a violent squall approached and frightened them,” he said.
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“Jesus, the Savior of the world, was still on board with them. God is always with us, and nothing can separate us from the love of Jesus.”
Bradley goes on to say, “Jesus is the same yesterday, today, and forever. Our faith often needs to catch up with this fact. Draw close to God, because God's greatest gift is His presence.” ” he added.
“There is hope greater than our pain and loss.”
The pastor said the “best response” to any type of storm is “to seek and trust in the Savior and to care for others who are hurting as well.”
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“Jesus' death and resurrection remind us that the toughest trials are not the end of the story,” Bradley said. “Jesus has power over death, despair, darkness, and the devil. While the enemy intends evil, God triumphs with His goodness.”
Mallory Toretto, 12, comforts her dog after a suspected tornado passes through her family's property along Southeast Road as Hurricane Milton passes through Port Salerno, Florida, on October 9, 2024. Today's test “will definitely pass,” the faith leader said. , “But our relationship with God is eternal.” (Crystal Vander Waite/USA TODAY NETWORK via Reuters)
“Sometimes we need to grieve, but there is greater hope than our pain and loss. Ultimately, heaven is our home and Jesus is there for us,” Bradley said. They have prepared a place for us,” he said.
He said it was worth remembering the prayers that millions of people regularly recite.
“In the Lord's Prayer, we ask God to give us our daily bread. When we have the opportunity to care for one another and be generous, God's love is experienced through these gifts. .”
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“When we share with those who are in need right now, we become instruments of God’s healing.”
“We will not take our blessings for granted, we will continue to move forward with gratitude, and we will make a difference with our visible presence and fervent prayers.”
Pastor Jesse Bradley of Washington is pictured with his family. “We will not take for granted what we are blessed with and will move forward with gratitude.” (Wayne Jackson)
Reflecting on the extreme weather of recent weeks and the many other hardships people are experiencing, Bradley said, “Hurricanes remind us that we need to be united with God and united with each other.'' Jesus still calms the storms in my heart.” These trials will pass, but our relationship with God is eternal. ”
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He advised others to “resolve to follow Jesus even in the fiercest storms. There are certainly places where we can turn.”
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“God never runs out of hope and gracious promises that we need to hear and believe. Turn to Jesus today, for he is the Good Shepherd and his love endures forever. is.”
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He added: “We cry out to our faithful God, who is the rock and anchor of our souls.”
