I saw the sun behind the clouds, giving them a golden tinge on their outer edges, reminiscent of the old adage that every cloud has a silver lining, denoting an optimistic and bright outcome despite seemingly dire circumstances. I have just discovered that this expression originates from 17th century English poet John Milton. Coincidentally, with our recent theme of the restoration of mankind's direct relationship with God, John Milton also wrote the epic poem "Paradise Lost" in which he describes the fall of Adam and Eve, their banishment from Paradise but archangel Michael saying that Adam may find "a Paradise within thee, happier far". What an amazing timely connection with the recent messages we have had of mankind's return to God's Kingdom where there is indeed a silver lining in every situation we have, however, metaphorically, grey and cloudy it may appear to be.
