"To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven...He hath made every thing beautiful in his time..." Ecc 3:1-12
How often do we wish things to happen in our time frame, when we want it, at our demand? Whether it be a prayer answered, or a healed relationship, something fixed, or feelings towards someone that we want returned quickly. This is all too common in our society. Its all about instant gratification. I want it, and I want it now. This can cause unsettling feelings to arise, and peace to be destroyed. Doubt creeps into our minds and hearts, and opportunities can be missed. I LOVE this scripture. It has been one of my favorites for quite some time. It helps us to remember that God is in control..there is a time and a season for every thing in our lives. Some periods we go through are rough, some are joyous. Some times everything falls apart, and sometimes everything falls into place. As long as we put our trust in our Heavenly Father and in his power, knowing, through hope, that there is always beauty in the unknown. Patience is key...savoring what we DO have instead of what we dont. Dwelling on what is there to be joyous about, verses what isnt. That is a comfort. Having the faith to realize it is all in God's timing and it WILL be beautiful.
That so far has been my favorite thought you have posted. It touched me. More so than anything else due to the truth in it. Thank you for sharing something that takes most a lifetime to learn . :)
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