I began reading in Ecclesiastes 3 a few weeks ago and it immediately spoke to me - I thought about how susceptible I am to feel entangled in the wishes of fresh seasons drawing near. With Fall approaching, there are thoughts tempting me to feel like the season I am currently in must come to a close and make room for the new. This is not always the case; God's plans and His choice of season we endure at certain times have such a divine purpose, they could never add up to the changing of seasons throughout the calendar year. "For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven..." -Ecclesiastes 3:1 As I anxiously wait for my son to accomplish his next milestone, selfishly waiting for my daughter to be able to do more things on her own (only being honest here), for my graduation to make its approach quickly and to land my dream teaching job; and for Summer to be over and cooler weather in our midst, football season to be in full swing, yet longing for my husband to be home more again.. These are a few things that are hindering my growth in my current position where God has chosen to place me. After reading verses 1-8 in Ecclesiastes, I was given a sense of peace to slow down and enjoy this current season - the here and now. I realized after reading the scriptures that I must focus on enjoying this moment I am living today, first and foremost. If I am able to savor the little things and understand the simpler things of today truly are what matter most, I will have more delight and joy during my current season. Once this time has come and gone, I will miss these moments where my son needs his Mama, needs me for everything and encompasses my entire capacity of strength, to where I must pray for God to grant me strength to endure where I cannot any longer; I will wish for these moments back in the years to come - I must cherish them, cherish him, right now. All of the things my daughter actually needs me for now, should be taken in - every moment, every conversation that occurs during these days. The fact that I am not graduated yet means I am still able to enjoy the privilege of staying home with my precious children, even though this time is still filled with coursework and deadlines, it is still overflowing with abundant blessings that some women may be praying for during their present season. I must remind myself of this; all of us may be going through a season that seems as though we could wish it away if we only could, but be reminded that there is someone praying for what we have and what we are enduring in these moments. God strategically plans each of our seasons and has such great purpose for us in these days. He has a task for us to work towards each moment for His glory. We must only be still and listen for what He is commanding of us to fulfill during this time - to focus on the here and now. "...for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content." - Philippians 4:11 Friend, will you work on this with me? Will you choose to focus on the season in front of you, as we seek God's daily plan for us? This does not mean we neglect having dreams, desires and goals that God has placed in our hearts, but do not put this season on the back burner hoping it will soon pass. In doing this, we may miss out on a major blessing from our Father. I am positive we will be abundantly blessed if we keep our eyes and heart set on this.
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Kalie LandChristian wife, mama, student, and homemaker inspired by Jesus and the simple things in life. Humbled by our gracious God. Aspiring to make a difference any way possible by trying to be the loyal Christian that God is molding me to be. Archives
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