Well it's October 1st, we all know what that means....beautiful colors on the trees (at least where I am), warm sunny days, and not so warm nights.

We know those cool nights are a sign of things to come! Winter, got to love the snow! I can't say that I am such a great fan of -30 temps, but I do like the snow, lots and lots of it!

It seems as though summer just flew by! Ever wonder why it always seems that way? Just when you get used to the hot weather it is gone.

As the calendar on the wall reflects seasons of change, so too do our lives. We all go through many different seasons in our lives. Some are good and others, well ... they may not be as good. One thing we can count on in our seasons of life is that the Lord is in control. He knows when we need to grow and when we need to rest. He knows what is best for us, and never gives more than we can handle!

As Spring brings new, Summer brings growth, Fall brings beauty, and Winter brings rest, so too do the seasons of our lives. The Lord brings new seasons to our lives to teach us. We then grow in the lessons we learn, and they bring forth beauty in our lives. As the season ends, He gives us rest. He knows what we need and never gives us more than we can handle.

As you reflect on seasons you have been through, remember what you learned and use it to grow and bring forth beauty for Him. Give the Lord all your cares and worries, and look forward to each passing season in your life. He knows the plans He has for you .... (Jeremiah 29:11).