The Smith Clinic Newsletter, Cordova, TN
Fall is in the air! Faint, cool breezes croon through the trees, while crisp autumn air unearths an enthusiasm that seems to bring out the best in us. Just like earthly seasons, God also brings spiritual seasons into our lives. The Bible even references changes and new beginnings as seasons, symbolizing is perfect timing in the changes He makes in our lives.
As Fall brings about shorter days, falling temperatures, and falling leaves, we also experience "Fall" in our spiritual lives. In the "falling away" of things in our lives like children leaving home, moving to a new place, or a decline in health, we must remember that it is all in preparation for new things God is bringing. Even Elijah went through such a season after his heated "summer" dealing with Ahab, Jezebel and the prophets of Baal. After such a great victory for God, Elijah ran into the wilderness filled with fear and doubting God. He experienced a season of coolness and falling away, yet God was consistently faithful.
A beautiful tree full of beautiful green foliage can offer shelter, nourishment and shade, but only temporarily. It will eventually turn brilliant hues of crimson, gold, red and orange, offering us an amazing sight to behold - the brushstroke of genius only God can create. Those leaves will ultimately fall, leaving that beautiful tree vulnerable as it tries to survive the Winter. The tree must go through the harshest of seasons (Winter), in order to begin a new life once again, with budding blossoms fragrant and beautiful.
As we enjoy Fall and all that it offers, may it remind us to usher in each new season of our spiritual lives with gratitude, trusting God with each unpredictable new step. We may never fully understand what God's intentions are for us, but we can rest knowing that, "For everything there is a season and a time for ever purpose under heaven." Ecclesiastes 3:1
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