It’s autumn. The temperature has cooled. The sun sets earlier. The leaves are changing colour and falling to the ground. Autumn breezes blow and the multi-coloured leaves are sprinkled across the lawn and the sidewalk. Things are changing. A new season is upon us.
There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens. (Ecclesiastes 3:1 NIV)
The focus has shifted from summer fun and recreation to the responsibilities of education or employment. That can bring pressure and anxiety for some of us. The colder and wetter weather brings many extra challenges for folks who live in vulnerable circumstances.
Change is difficult for most of us because the known always seems easier to deal with than the unknown. In the middle of change it’s good to know that some things are constant and reliable. The love of Jesus for us never changes. His presence with us, his forgiveness offered to us, and His commitment to giving us a life that is rich and filled with peace and joy is faithfully offered to us.
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. …The plans of the Lord stand firm forever, the purposes of his heart through all generations. (Hebrews 13:8, Psalm 33:11 NIV)
I am sure that your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life and I will live in the house of the Lord forever. (Psalm 23:6 NIRV)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, As I notice change around me, help me to settle my heart with the assurance that Your goodness and love never change. Fill me with Your wisdom and power so I can fulfill the plan You have for me to serve You and bless others. Amen
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