This week there was a devastating fire in my hometown.

It wiped out half of the main street.

It left nothing but rubble and ash and has had a devastating impact on the small farming community of less than 2000 people.  My heart breaks for the people who lost their businesses just like that.  In a blink of an eye, without any warning. I hope they will be able to rebuild.

Looking at these pictures, it stirs up a lot of things in me... a sadness and loss for what was...and will never be again. And I am not just thinking about the fire. I am so thankful that God is in control. Even when everything seems bleak and overwhelming to us. He works all things to good for those who are called according to his purpose.  I am slowly learning to trust Him more and more as He rebuilds my life one day at a time. Have you experienced a devastating loss? How is God helping you through it?