Earthquakes. End of age.
My heart feels unsettled, and I just feel like taking some time off to dwell on major disasters occurring around the world. For once, I feel extremely concerned over this massive earthquake that struck Chile a few hours ago and the many countries in pacific region which are under threat. The sheer thought of the number of lives at stake is just -- scary. Yes, they might be utter strangers to me, yet, what if I am part of their indigenous population? I will be the one praying fervently now, that my loved ones and I will be safe. In retrospect, what more can I ask of God other than being forever grateful and thankful that He has placed me in Singapore, a land shielded by neighboring countries from the devastating impacts of the slippage of transform faults? The homes that people in the States have lost in a split of a second, their valuables that are prolly destroyed and buried under the debris, do I have to face that? Do I have to worry about these? No. What more can I ask of Him?My heart aches as I thank God for my circumstance. What did I do to deserve this? If not for the grace of God, I might be one of them. I really wish, with all sincerity of heart and love that I can gather, that we will all live in One continent, where we are far away from these fault lines, away from the reach of tsunamis, and protected from the impacts of volcanic eruptions.This reminds me of the land God has in stored for us. One that is free from natural disasters and the pain/toils in life, where joy and love flows unceasingly. The one that He has in mind when He first created Earth.Lord, may I pray and ask that Your hand of protection be on the lives of these innocent people, and for those who have lost their love ones, their shelter, their valuables, I pray that You help them, comfort them, provide for them. This may be a massive earthquake affecting millions of people, but as we call for Your help, I have all faith that You are able to curtail the number of death rates. Lord, these are precious lives. Save them.