Rainbow Halo

<p>On a hike in the mountains, Adrian found himself above some low-lying clouds. With the sun behind him, Adrian looked down and saw not only his shadow but also a brilliant display known as a Brocken spectre. This phenomenon resembles a rainbow halo, encircling the shadow of the person. It occurs when the sunlight reflects back off the clouds below. Adrian described it as a &ldquo;magical&rdquo; moment, one that delighted him immensely.</p> <p>We can imagine how similarly stunning seeing the first rainbow must have been for Noah. More than just a delight to his eyes, the refracted light and resulting colors came with a promise from God. After a devastating flood, God assured Noah, and all the &ldquo;living creatures&rdquo; who&rsquo;ve lived since, that &ldquo;never again [would] the waters become a flood to destroy all life&rdquo; (Genesis 9:15).</p> <p>Our earth still experiences floods and other frightening weather that results in tragic loss, but the rainbow is a promise that God will never judge the earth again with a worldwide flood. This promise of His faithfulness can remind us that though we individually will experience personal losses and physical death on this earth&mdash;whether by disease, natural disaster, wrongdoing, or advancing age&mdash;God bolsters us with His love and presence throughout the difficulties we face. Sunlight reflecting colors through water is a reminder of His faithfulness to fill the earth with those who bear His image and reflect His glory to others.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>