My rainbow
by Craig Heidenreich
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I have set my rainbow in the clouds, and it will be the sign of the covenant between me and the earth (Genesis 9:13).
Read Genesis 9:1–17
The flood story is a major deal in Genesis – taking up four chapters in considerable detail.
In chapter 9, the Lord is at pains to reassure Noah and his family by declaring a covenant with them and with his descendants (us).
God is so emphatic about this that he repeats the word covenant seven times (just in case they missed it).
Not only is he saying it, but God also gives a visible reminder by placing the rainbow in the clouds.
One thing I noted in rereading the passage is the reference in verse 13 when God states, ‘I have set my rainbow in the clouds’. This is not just a meteorological phenomenon – it is his rainbow!
In recent years, people with another agenda have claimed the rainbow as their symbol – let’s remember it’s God’s rainbow through which he declares his wonderful covenant.
Lord, we thank you that you are a covenant-making God – that you are faithful, and we live under your new covenant made possible by the death of Jesus. Amen.
Craig is married to Beverley. They have recently moved to Kapunda in South Australia after purchasing a ‘renovator’s delight’, which keeps Craig occupied most weekends. He says who needs to go to the gym when you can knock down some walls!
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