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No words can be uttered when the proverbial final nail has been deliberately, maliciously, or even haphazardly hammered into the coffin. What is there to say? The end. Game over. Death.

Seasons change bringing an end to one phase of life while ushering in a new beginning for the next phase of life. Sometimes we are not prepared for such a transition. Sometimes we pray for change. We often grieve with bittersweet tears either way. Unexpected, major shifts blindside and bring imbalance to otherwise steady ground because the humdrum of everyday life renders a false sense of security. Alas, life is a continuous cycle, ever-changing until death. Then I say, thankfully so, life is ever-changing. Otherwise, death might be forever, and resurrection cannot occur.

As a small child, did you ever hide in a closet, a secret fort, or in a small space allowing complete darkness to cover you like a warm, winter blanket? Otherwise, such a space would be frightening, but when you purposely hide there, it offers some comfort and security. This is your space, and no one can invade. I sometimes imagine that is how it feels to snuggle under the wing of the Almighty. Though there is no darkness where He is, for He is light, I envision the warmth and security of being hidden in Him, nestled in the side of my Father. This is my space, and no one can invade. In this place, I find rest, healing, strength, and nourishment. I am fed. I am restored. I have stability even during a major shift.

When we find ourselves bottom-side-up, we can take comfort in knowing God knows all. He knows every thought, every motive, every intention. He knows every plan devised by man. He hears every conversation and sees beyond every deception.  Biblically, we are promised that no weapon formed against us will prosper, every trap set will turn on the one who set it,  every curse spoken will fall on the one who spoke it, and whatsoever a man sows, so shall he reap for God is the God of justice. Multiple times throughout scripture, it is written that God does not have favorites. Period. His word is His word for ALL.

God loves us all and He holds us all to the same standard. Righteousness. 

Even in the middle of a major shift, righteousness. 

Even in grief, righteousness. 

Even in anger, righteousness. 

Even in rejection, righteousness. 

Even in redemption, righteousness. 

Even in prosperity, righteousness. 

Even in vindication, righteousness.


So, friend, remember, this too shall pass. Seasons change, but God does not. Standing firm in Him is the only sure foundation. Do not put your faith in people; they will disappoint. Do not put your faith in your job; jobs end, positions change. Do not put your faith in material things; they cannot provide peace. All God requires is a heart toward Him. He will take care of everything else. Stand your ground and sin not. God's got this! 

"For He chose us in Him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in His sight..."
Ephesians 1:4
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