I love the reminder in this simple picture: "Same tree, different season. Remember, everything is temporary."
One side is bursting with green, full of life and possibility. The other side is bare and stripped down to its bones.
At first glance, it feels like two different stories, but in truth, it's the same tree, just living through a different chapter.
We are not all that different. Some seasons in life feel abundant and overflowing with goodness. Other times, things look stark and empty. Makes you wonder if new life will ever return. Much like the tree, we go through cycles that will test us. And then there are cycles that strengthen us. These are the times that remind us that change is part of the process.
The beauty is in remembering that neither season is permanent. When life is overflowing, it's nice to savor it with gratitude. When life feels barren, we can lean on hope, knowing that renewal is on its way.
The seasons prove that God didn't design anything to stay stuck forever....life is always moving, shifting around and growing, even when we can't yet see it.
The same tree that has been full of green this summer....is the same tree that will be bursting with orange, yellow and red leaves in just a few weeks. It is also the same tree that will look lifeless during the winter months...but yet it will burst forth with freshness in the Spring.
Same for us!!
Shug....
The seasons of life....each one unique....but we always miss elements of the season before. <3 <3 Love, Andrea xoxo
ReplyDeleteSo true - beautiful in every season. Bob and I were out on a walk the other day and noticed a beautiful old tree. I told him that trees are often more beautiful the older they get and I think that's true of people too.
ReplyDeleteI love this! In Scripture, the idea of seasons is often used metaphorically to describe different phases or experiences in life. In Ecclesiastes it says there is a time for everything, a season for every activity under the heavens. Our life involves various phases, each with its own purpose and significance. As believers we need to be rooted in Christ, much like a tree planted by streams of water that yields fruit in its season.
ReplyDeleteI love trees! 🌲
You have no idea how badly I needed to read this today. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful-thank you!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a beautiful reminder… I love how God uses creation to teach us about His timing and faithfulness. Just like the tree, our seasons don’t last forever, and each one has a purpose. What a comforting truth to hold onto when life feels heavy...renewal is always coming!
ReplyDeleteLeaning on Hope . I really like that.
ReplyDeletePraying for you and Sam in this season of life. Praying that things will move forward and that the spots will be gone for Good !
Sue