A New Season Has Begun...

I did it! I made it through what turned out to be one of the most challenging positions I've ever had. I was a nanny to a family of 4 children. I came to this family when they were on the brink of falling apart and I just happened to walk with them as they did. That was probably one of the hardest things I've ever had to be a part of. I'm out of their home and my body hasn't even adjusted to the lack of stress yet.

I did take away many lessons about life in general and I learned a great deal about myself as well. I know that one day all that I've experienced with this particular family will help me in my own home as well as the many couples and families that I encounter.

That was such an intense time for me and now I'm walking into a new season filled with traveling, spending time with friends...AND building a business and ministry. It's an exciting place to be. It can be challenging to though. The last season was really using me as a support to others. Right now, it's really about what God is doing in me. What God does "IN" you is not always exciting and fun feeling. It's painful when God shows you YOU and then says, "This is not allowed to stay" or "This relationship must end" or "This really isn't your decision". I experienced these kind of conversations with God even when I was with the family, but almost as soon as I left the family they intensified because a new season has begun.

A new season of what God is doing "IN" me. What season are you in? What is HE doing "IN" you? It's important to recognize and understand the seasons that God has us in. It doesn't always make it easier to walk through for me, but somewhere deep within it does give me a reassurance that it is working together for my good.

So, I ask you. What season are you in? What is God speaking to your heart? Is he showing you something needs to change or increase? Is he showing you a friendship needs to end or be mended? Is he saying move forward with that idea? Or might he be saying wait on me, spend time with me? Whatever it is, HE is speaking and each of us are in a specific season with HIM. Take time this week to quietly listen and evaluate where you are....