To Everything There Is a Season…

The spring and fall seasons happen to be my favorite of the four seasons. As I think about the seasons changing, I am always excited about what each season will bring. During the spring season, the temperature rises above freezing, leaves and trees transform from the brush gold and orange colors of the fall season to vibrant green and lively bright colors of the spring. 

Much like the transformations that take place in nature, the spring season brings about transformations in our lives.   Spring is a sign that winter hibernation is over and signifies that it is time get off the couch where we have been nestled watching our favorite television show or football game.  The spring season says it’s time to enjoy a walk in the park, a ride on your bike or a cookout with family and friends.

In my first book, Run & Not Be Weary: The Pursuit of Purpose & Destiny, I speak of seasons and how we must prepare for season changes in our life.  Consider this notion, “Within each season, our responsibility is to manage and complete our God-given purpose, regardless of its difficulty or duration. Then, in God’s appointed time, we must prepare ourselves to change along with the seasons of life” (pp. 23).

The changing of the seasons affords us the opportunity to reflect, retool and refocus. While you’re noticing the color of the leaves, trees and temperature of the breeze with each changing season, take note of the seasons of your life.  Take the time to reflect on lessons learned from previous seasons. Retool by taking an inventory of what you have lost and gained and what skills you will need to be successful in the new season. Finally, refocus on the big picture and how each season informs your overall life mission and purpose.

Enjoy your spring season,

Dr. Toni