The switch from one season to another is characterized by change. Sometimes it is noticeable right off the bat, other times we have to be reminded by a date on the CALENDAR that marks the start of a new season. Nevertheless, the change occurs whether we are ready or not. Texas weather is the best when it comes to unexpected change—lowkey bipolar if you ask me. But the beauty of the seasons is that it is never permanent; it may be delayed, but the change will come. Likewise, life’s seasons bring change.
The biggest testimony to this truth has been my work life. Not work and life, but work life. Because there were times between January and now when much of my life seemed to be characterized by nothing other than work. My first busy season was quite the experience. It brought about change that I wasn’t ready or too excited for—late nights, early mornings, work on the weekends, less time and motivation to WORK OUT, social life put to the side. There were many times that I caught myself asking “Why God,” or saying “This can’t be life.” But I was QUICKLY reminded that not long ago I was in my apartment, on my knees praying to God that I would get a job before I graduated, praying that I would start my career at a great firm, praying that I would find a role that I would be challenged in. I was blessed to have my prayers answered, but I didn’t realize that my blessing would also be the source of stress and anxiety. But in the past couple of months these words were put on my heart:
- “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger”
- “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present YOUR requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard YOUR hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”–Philippians 4:6-7
- “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.”–Proverbs 3:5-6
- “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”–Matthew 6:34
It’s easy to get discouraged, especially when you think the grass is greener on the other side (or in my case, the job that he/she has is more fun and LESS STRESSFUL). But remember, for one season to START, the other must end. Persevere and make the most of the bad times, because they will not last; likewise, enjoy the good times while they are around. Most importantly, not every season has nice weather, but after every storm look for the ray of sunshine. Busy season is coming to an end and I can only imagine what God has in store for me in this next season :)
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