By Debra Weiss

“The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” – Proverbs 18:10, NIV

Normally, when storms circle I stand out in the middle, unprotected from the elements, trying to deal with it the best I can on my own.

I’m not sure exactly what standing out in the middle of the storm accomplishes other than making me cold and miserable.

But this year, I’m determined to endure the storms differently. This year, I’m going to be what some would call a coward.

See, this year, I’m running to my Strong Tower, to the One who never changes, the One who will always be there for me.

All my worrying and agonizing over every little situation hasn’t helped in eighteen years. I don’t think it will help anytime in the next eighteen.

So, instead of standing out there praying like crazy that the storm eases, I’m going be a coward and watch the storms from the safety of my Strong Tower.

Would any fellow cowards like to join me?

“You are my strong tower
Shelter over me
Beautiful and mighty
Everlasting King
You are my strong tower
Fortress when I’m weak
Your name is true and holy
And Your face is all I seek”
- Kutless