As the arctic blast sweeps in and brings with it the cold I found myself initially bitter. I never have been one to enjoy the cold brought about by winter, so I now find myself yearning for the sweet smell of spring. However, it dawns on me that I could never really comprehend the joy of spring without the harsh reality of winter. God being such a divine architect has allowed us heightened understanding through contrast. Would there be joy without sorrow? Light without darkness? God I thank you so much for the seasons. As the seasons of my life change I experience feelings and thoughts that I never understood as a child. And so I thank you for the cold wind that you bring into my life.
John 16: 20 - 23
"I tell you the truth, you will weep and mourn over what is going to happen to me, but the world will rejoice. You will grieve, but your grief will suddenly turn to wonderful joy. It will be like a woman suffering the pains of labor. When her child is born, her anguish gives way to joy because she has brought a new baby into the world. So you have sorrow now, but I will see you again; then you will rejoice, and no one can rob you of that joy. At that time you won’t need to ask me for anything. I tell you the truth, you will ask the Father directly, and he will grant your request because you use my name."
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I could not help but think of a powerful song by Nichole Nordeman title "Every Season" about how God recreates us much like He does so beautifully with every season.
ReplyDeleteSo you have sorrow now, but I will see you again; then you will rejoice, and AND NO ONE CAN ROB YOU OF THAT.
ReplyDeleteI love that promise. You are so wise to see the pain of now cleanses your senses to appreciate the joy of the future. Like a fire cleans the forest it can be ugly and painful & will cause some loss but is neccessary for future growth.