Today was reported to be the shortest day of the year, referring to daylight hours. Winter officially began this evening, too. Time passed so quickly between the longest day of the year, the beginning of summer...and now.
The good news is that daylight now begins to increase until summer. Additional good news is that our winter weather has included many warm days. As I look outside and see unending rain, I am grateful that it is not snow! Yet colder temperatures and snow will return. After all, it is winter.
I began thinking. I have a choice. Either I can completely focus on the concerns of winter weather or I can be assured that each day brings us closer to spring. Isn't life like that? We face challenging seasons such as illness, grief, change and uncertainty. Of course, those seasons bring valid concerns we must realistically address.
Yet what an opportunity to realize that it is all about perspective. Each specific season is not the only one on this journey. There is hope before, during and after the season. There will be a place of no more pain, suffering, sadness and searching. He knows that we will experience troubles here but He is always with us. He continually provides strength, peace and love.
We may face more darkness at times. We may feel the chill of life's cruel and unfair seasons. Yet I am thankful that we have a choice to believe what He says, be aware of His Presence and always be hopeful. As the Christmas season surrounds us, may we be reminded of the true and powerful reason we celebrate. We are amazed. We are never alone. We are always loved.<3~thl
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