THE WORD – A familiar scripture. And as we grow older and wiser, we understand…this is life.

We can fight and kick against change or we can welcome and embrace whatever good we can find in it. Each season presents its own beauty. Summer lends itself to cheery sunshine, vacations and activity. Spring is a time of rebirth and budding flowers turning to beautiful blossoms. Autumn showcases a stunning display of God’s creativity and unlimited color palatte.

Winter? Hmm…I’m trying here, folks.  Winter is a time of shelter. Often our pace of life has to slow down due to weather. With icy roads and snow swept highways we may choose to tuck in at home and catch up on all those things we never have time for. We are challenged to slow   the   pace.

I often find it ironic when people think they can control everything and everyone around them, yet a barrage of tiny snowflakes can eventually thwart the best laid plans. A simple reminder…we are not in control.      God holds it all in His hands. 

To welcome the winter season, I cozy up my house. Heavy curtains on the windows. Warm throws and sweatered pillows scattered throughout the rooms. Of course, Christmas gives us a welcome break with sparkling decorations, glittering lights and the life changing promise of our Savior coming to save the world. Plus the opportunity to catch up on all the new Hallmark Christmas movies : )

I plan to embrace the quiet winter nights when the pine branches out front droop with fresh snow and the icicles on the gazebo frame sparkle in the moon light. I will adjust my wardrobe accordingly and add in the toasty sweaters, sassy scarves, leopard print gloves and rugged yet fashionable boots with my long skirts and leggings. Though winter may be a harsher season, it can still afford a time of healthy change. As long as we work with it, and not against it.

Seasons of life, seasons of change. I pray God continues to work in all our hearts this winter season.

If you’re like me and you struggle with freezing temps and heavy snowstorms, what do you do to embrace this time of year? Please share your thoughts in a comment.