Where was God in Hurricane Helene? Stories from the Rutherford County Airport.

Small Town Big God

Host Mikel Collins and guest Devon Raisch, the Rutherford County Airport's Director of Operations, recount the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene in 2024 and the subsequent relief efforts. Devon shares firsthand experiences of managing the airport during the disaster, including the chaos of fuel shortages, emergency rescues, and unexpected visitors. He highlights the community's incredible response, with civilians and officials coming together to provide aid. Pastor J.R. Blanton also addresses the profound question of where God was during the hurricane, concluding that God's presence was felt through the actions of those helping in the aftermath. The episode emphasizes focusing on immediate needs and the importance of community support during crises.

00:00 Introduction to Small Town, Big God

01:16 Devon Raisch: First-Hand Account of Hurricane Helene

02:03 Preparing for the Hurricane

03:27 Fuel Supply Challenges

04:32 Navigating the Chaos

07:12 The Aftermath and Immediate Response

13:15 Dealing with Unexpected Visitors

19:36 Community Support and Assistance

22:45 Community Response to Hurricane Helene

23:26 The Role of Civilians and Government in Rescue Efforts

24:09 Hot Refueling: A Life-Saving Procedure

26:25 Transition to Supply Distribution

31:12 The Plane Fire Incident

33:10 Clearing Up FEMA's Role

37:05 Faith and Adversity: Where Was God?

44:12 Gratitude and Community Support

48:32 Final Thoughts and Encouragement