Pumpkin Spice Lattes, leaves on the ground, misty mornings, more scarves being worn, all of these are signs that we have transitioned from the long days of summer to the crisp days of fall. And with that transition comes all the changes that fall brings with it. Kids going back to school, a more regular and consistent schedule, and all the soccer practices, dentist appointments and more. In the midst of all this our kids are growing and changing, and we grow and change right along with them. All of this change can sometimes be overwhelming but let me encourage you with this verse, Ecclesiastes 3:1, “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven:”
God has ordained a time and place for every season in our lives. A time for summer and a time for fall, a time for school and a time for work, a time for us to be sad and a time for us to laugh. He has given us all the little moments that make life unexpected crazy and awesome!
So whether you are enjoying a good season of life, or a sad one those seasons are going to change. And along with those seasons you are going to change. You’re going to learn and make new friends and experience new challenges and joys. But in the midst of all the changes and challenges and seasons of life our comfort is in God’s unchanging nature.
Hebrews 13:8 says, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.” God promises to always be with us, to never leave us or forsake us. He is with us on the mountaintop and in the valley. Watching over us and loving us.
So wherever you’re at in life, be it good or bad, take comfort in this verse from Ecclesiastes 3:11, “He has made everything beautiful in its time…”
P.S. If you want to dive deeper into this issue read the entire chapter of Ecclesiastes 3 and try to answer these questions as you read.
- What does God mean by there being a time for everything?
- Why does God ordain times that seem contradictory, like love and hate or war and peace?
- What is the writer trying to tell us about the character of God and the reality of life?
May God bring you understanding and comfort as you seek his comfort and love in the midst of the changing season of life. 