All we go through, all of life's circumstances are worth it. The good, the bad, and even the ugly. It is what defines us and forms us into who we are, who we will become. The brutal heat that saturates our being will not burn us, but only grow us. The wind and rain through the stormy weather may beat us up one side and down the other, but it will only make us stronger if we but allow it. Though Winter may seem terribly cold and desolate, it is then we can cling ever so more to our Father...enjoying the warm embrace only He can provide.
Seasons come and seasons go. They are simply periods of time that give us the opportunity to learn, to change our way of thinking, and to be molded more into the image of His Son (Rom. 8:29). Being exposed to difficult situations and enduring affliction refines us as silver in the fire (Zec. 13:9) and tests our hearts (Prov. 17:3). During the fruitful months, or "mountain top" experiences, our hearts are filled with abundant joy in the One who daily lavishes His love on us as He desires to bless His children.
Life may have left you broken, damaged, worn, and scarred, but in His time He will make it beautiful (Ecc. 3:11). Sometimes it just takes a matter of perspective, seeing His beauty where you least expect it. For even the deepest of scars can tell stories of God's faithfulness and love.
With love,
Aj
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