How to Find Contentment in a World of Comparison
Tarah Avery
Have you ever thought about the season you’re in, right now?
Sometimes we are in seasons where we can say, “Yes” to some things and “No” to others. But that may not mean forever.
A time to be quiet and a time to speak. (3:7)
When Gordon decided not to pursue me all those years ago (yes you heard me correct), his dad gave him the wisest piece of advice that has affected our lives greatly. He said something along the lines of:
When God closes a door, it may not mean forever. It may mean a couple of weeks, months, or years, but never assume that it is forever.
And look where we are now! Thank you Bruce for that amazing insight you gave Gordon in that season.
A time to scatter stones and a time to gather stones. A time to embrace and a time to turn away. (3:5)
God closes and re-opens doors all the time, maybe not in the time that you would like, but it’s usually at the right time, his time.
I remember the freedom I had in high school & college. It feels like years ago.
I saw my friends almost whenever I wanted, sure I had my time to be in school, but I could plan around my school classes. I could write in my free time, and spend extra time soaking in the word of God…And what happened to Thanksgiving, winter, and spring breaks?? Wow, I miss those.
It was a time to say “YES!” to the freedom that I had, time eagerly spent.
Now, I have to say “No” to weekly sleepovers & hangouts. There is just not enough time in this season for that. But I get to say, “Yes” to all sorts of other things like date nights, family nights, and coffee dates with misc. people.
A time to search and a time to quit searching. (3:6)
The season of your life that you’re in right now. Focus on that. There are moment’s that you may never get back. You are in a season, and seasons always change. Time will change quicker than we think, and so instead of lingering on the “what will” happen, or the “ticking time clock” of our lives, embrace today.
Ladies, stop waiting like a doll on a shelf for your Prince Charming to sweep you away, that time will come. Instead, do more of what you have time for today.
Guys, take the risk for that job promotion or ask your dream girl on a date, otherwise, they might pass you by.
Call that friend and apologize, you may only have them today.
Rather than lamenting in what you don’t have, rejoice in what you do. Because today only comes once.
And when you think about your dreams, wishes, and all that you hope for, remember…there may be a season for that.
Your Friend,
