Eight years ago was at the airport on the island of Rota in the Mariana Islands. We stood in a circle, holding hands, praying for our good sister, who was leaving the island to return to the States to take care of her aging mother.
Just as we finished praying, completely out of the blue, a thought entered my mind, "Eight years from now, a super typhoon will hit Rota."
From previous experiences, it was most certainly the Lord talking to me - as clear as ever before. Never thought it unusual or strange that God would do this - "My sheep know my voice." It wasn't a sign of super spirituality or some miraculous holy validation from on high, just the heavenly Abba Father talking to one of his children. No big deal.
So, for the past eight years, have often reflected on what was told me that day. Now, that day is here. Already experienced two super typhoons living in the Mariana Islands these past eleven years - both were life changing experiences.
They are already saying this super typhoon, Sinlaku, is even worse than the previous two. Category 5 is the highest designation for any typhoon. Perhaps Sinlaku will be the first ever Category 6.
The question remains, "Why did God tell me about this typhoon?" Honestly I don't really know. If my dog Toku, and I get through this typhoon unscathed, hopefully the answer will become evident. So anxious to find out what's being communicated through all this.
God is so merciful and kind, and has no desire or pleasure in all the destruction or in anyone dieing. His ways and thoughts are far above ours, and his mercy towards us is greater than the sky is above.
There are other super typhoons reeking havock across the planet (metaphorically speaking) - much damage and lives lost, daily.
It's time to talk with God, and also to hear our Good Shepherd's voice.
