Summer’s over. School’s in session. The season is changing to fall. Some are rejoicing, and others are not. Those who are rejoicing are embracing the new season. They are happier and more content.
Likewise, in our lives.
We all go through seasons in life and we need to embrace them. When we don’t, we cause ourselves grief. Embracing them makes all the difference and I’ll show you how.
Those who embrace their season in life will be happier and more content.
KNOW
It’s not bad to like some seasons better than others. Some like summer better than spring. My favorite is fall.
But no matter if you like it or not, every season has its upside and its downside too. Both in the weather and in our lives.
For example, in the weather.
Spring has beautiful flowers and is full of new life that breeds positive expectation. But it also has thunderstorms, floods, tornados and many people suffer horrible allergies.
Summer is full of sunshine and vacations and picnics and playtime. But it also has storms. And then there’s dealing with bugs in the garden and all the road construction that brings so much frustration.
Likewise, in our lives.
Being single is a carefree season where you’re not responsible for anyone else. You can come and go as you please. Yet many singles suffer terrible loneliness or get involved in self-destructive behaviors.
Being a parent is a very rewarding season with the opportunity to teach a new generation the wisdom you’ve come to know. You can pass on family traditions and build many memories. But being a parent is also very demanding and exhausting. Children have wills of their own and can get into trouble you’re unprepared for. Some people become parents and weren’t prepared for the role at all.
Retirement is a season with opportunities for rest, relaxation and travel. Yet there are many that suffer from illnesses or don’t have enough money to pay bills. Others fail to see their value after leaving the workforce and die prematurely.
In every season there is good and bad.
Whatever season you’re in—that is where you are.
I know it sounds obvious but many people moan and groan about where they are and it won’t change anything. It only makes you miserable.
Even in the best happiest season of life, there are troubles. Likewise, in difficult seasons there are positives to find.
No season is perfect, and you have the choice to embrace where you are.
No season is perfect, and you have the choice to embrace where you are. Share on X
REMEMBER
There are countless types of seasons we can go through in addition to the three I mentioned. No matter what season you’re in there are important things to remember that are always true.
- God loves you.
- You matter
- God is good.
It’s easy to feel loved when a season is an easy one. It’s natural to feel unloved when things are hard. But God’s love for you is super-natural.
Remember you’re loved. You can rely on Him. Even if your hard season is your fault His love is bigger.
It’s easy to feel your value when a season is fruitful. But in a barren desert-like season it’s natural to feel useless. But your value is super-natural.
Remember you matter. Even when it looks like you have nothing to offer, you do. Ask God to show you.
It’s easy to praise God when you feel happy and your season has plenty of good things happening. But when bad things happen it’s a natural response to blame God, but God is super-naturally good.
Remember the good is from God and the bad is not. Embrace the good and give God the bad. He can make something good out of it if you’ll give it to Him. You have His word on that.
Remembering what is true will empower you to embrace your season.
Remembering what is true will empower you to embrace your season. Share on X
HOW to EMBRACE
Just like summer gives way to fall and fall gives way to winter, your season will give way to another.
- If you’re in an easy season – Embrace the good. Cherish it. Enjoy it fully. Praise God for the good. Share the good with others.
- If you’re in a difficult season – Embrace what matters most – your faith and your loved ones. Embrace the help God offers. He can empower you to endure. He can give you joy for your sorrow.
For example, when I was going through the season of caregiving and oversight for my mother-in-law with Alzheimer’s I had an epic meltdown. I asked God for help. I gave Him my season with the Bible verse that says My times are in your hands… He provided all I needed, and I embraced it. One beautiful thing He brought out of that is the story A Bird Named Payn.
KNOW there’s good and bad in every season.
REMEMBER the truth.
EMBRACE what matters most.
How you embrace this season will determine your next one.
How you embrace this season will determine your next one. Share on X
WHAT NEXT
- What season are you in right now?
- Are you embracing it?
- Share your joy or your challenge in the comments.
Here are some words to help in a hard season:
Yes there are good and bad in each season of life that is true. I think to embrace the seasons or to be content in the season we are in I think a big part of that would be to be grateful and thank the Lord for all the good things.
I agree, Kim. Having the right attitude definitely helps us. Counting our blessings and focusing on the good is excellent advice. Thanks for sharing!
I once asked my grandfather what his favorite age/stage of life was. He said ‘all of them.’ Thanks for reminding me.
What a wonderful attitude your grandfather expressed.
You’re welcome for the reminder – thank you for sharing about your grandfather!
Such an excellent lesson! I always remind myself when I am going through difficult times that they are there to teach me a lesson. All those painful moments of loneliness and rejection, particularly as a teen, serve as lessons of who I truly am at the core and what I have to offer. The older I get, the easier it becomes. Just this week, I had a bad day at work, and I thought, “This will make a great blog post!” At its essence, it can always be illuminating to read about someone’s struggle and how they overcame it.
Thank you, Kate.
That’s awesome how you processed that bad day. It’s easy to allow a bad day to poison so much of our lives with negativity. Your attitude is a great example for others to see. Thanks for sharing!