“To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.” – Ecclesiastes 3:1
After church this Sunday, we will be packing up our daughter’s things and heading to Southern California to drop her off at college. Thus, beginning a new season in our family’s life. Whether we like it or not, change is a constant companion on our journey. As we navigate each step, we encounter seasons of joy, sorrow, growth, and transition. Embracing these new seasons requires a heart willing to trust in the Lord and a desire to learn and grow along the way.
Just as the earth transitions from winter to spring, our lives shift from one season to another. In every change, there lies a purpose, a divine plan that our Creator is unfolding. Instead of resisting these transitions, we must embrace God’s will and purpose for our lives if we want to see and experience His faithfulness in our lives. God’s plan is ultimately for our good, even when it’s something new and unfamiliar.
Each new season we face brings unique opportunities for growth. Just as a seed must endure the darkness of the soil before sprouting into the light, we too experience times of discomfort and challenge. If we can learn to embrace these challenges as opportunities for spiritual and personal growth, they will shape us into stronger, more resilient individuals.
Amidst the changing seasons, our faith will give us strength. Our faith is a foundation that holds us steady. Just as a tree’s roots hold it steady in the face of winds, our faith grounds us. Hebrews 11:1 reminds us, “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” Even when we can’t see the outcome of the season ahead, we can hold strong to our faith and trust that God is working all things together for our good.
As our family enters this new season of life, we know that God is with us every step of the way. He is guiding us through this transition, teaching us valuable lessons, and leading us to a future filled with hope and promise. May we all learn to embrace each new season as we seek to follow God’s will for our lives.
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