I don't know about you, but for me, I've noticed that things tend to move in patterns. It's as if it's GOD'S way of bringing things to our attention; teaching us lessons through these experiences. As human beings, we have been trained to follow cycles (such as the hours in a day or the days of the week). It's predictable and expected. Yet, when it comes to situations and circumstances in life; those moments can be unfathomable as if you made a wrong turn (or happened to stumble upon them). Everyone feels happiness, joy, pain, regret, sorrow, guilt, and all the other emotions that are contributed to being human. Sometimes the painful feelings are in no hurry to fade away as a difficult situation lingers with no end (seemingly) in sight. Even with feelings of jubilee and delight, there can be that lingering thought in the back of your mind wondering: "is this too good to be true?" or "what if this doesn't last long?"
We go through #seasons in our lives because like time, we have to move forward. It's interesting to watch the literal #seasons change right before our eyes. Summer is blending into Fall. It's beginning to get darker sooner as we come close to Daylight Savings. Fall Trends are in demand as we bring out the boots, sweaters, scarves, and jackets.
These motifs of the changing weather equate to our own lives. You can think of those symbolic moments in your life that have occurred. They're your personal marks in your totem pole that initiated a shift in your world. Sometimes these seasons last only a few months or they can be defined by years. Personally, I believe that I'm entering into a new #season as things that I've been praying for and working towards are coming to a head. Everyone has a "laundry list" of things that they want to do or accomplish. For me, I'm finally able to cross one of my biggest goals off of my list. When you recognize that things are changing in your life as you move forward; it can feel like a sense of relief. You overcame what transpired. You made it through that difficult situation. Two years ago, I knew that I was on the brink of entering one of the most difficult seasons of my life. It seemed like everything that could possibly go wrong did! These symbolic moments caused me to move back to #Pittsburgh. This wasn't my first choice, but it was the best choice. It took me a minute to realize this truth. In those two years, I have grown so much and my Faith has gotten stronger. Things that looked like they were beyond restoration (good as dead) have been miraculously salvaged! I can also see now what GOD is doing in my life and understand why things have gone in a particular direction.
#Seasons, regardless of what they entail, have their purpose in our lives. They challenge us and help us to grow stronger. In the good times they show us that love is real; confirming that we can be happy again after experiencing tormenting pain. I think that "timing" is partly up to the individual. Our emotions can get in the way sometimes; causing delays in our development of overcoming a situation. That's not to say that we shouldn't feel the emotions that come to the surface.
Even I can admit that I can let my feelings linger longer than they should. I can look back at moments in my life where I completely freaked out and it wasn't necessary. So that was a waste of time in my mind.
I could've been positive instead of playing my proverbial violin; singing "woe is me"! As a Christian, I believe (and know) that GOD is at work behind the scenes. I'm on His timetable. I have a solid conviction as I wait on Him; He will work everything out for my good (Romans 8:28). I can get restless, eager, and anxious (at times), but I am determined to keep my face like flint; knowing that my present circumstances are temporary. Things are changing and moving forward. It's a new #season!
Sante
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