There's Always a Reason

For all things there is a season and a reason. We all have our season in the sun when everything comes up roses; we can't seem to do anything wrong. The kids are behaving, everybody is healthy, the job is going well, the bills are paid. All is right with the world. We have a tendency to become very smug during these sunny times, forgetting that life happens in cycles. When a calamity hits we don't know how to handle it, failing to realize that each setback is an opportunity for learning. A broken ankle and a few weeks in a wheelchair can teach compassion for those who are constantly wheelchair bound. The death of a beloved spouse teaches independence and self-reliance. The loss of a job is an opportunity to make a move that you've been considering for quite some time. If you look back on your life you'll realize that there's a reason for everything that happens. A negative often leads to a positive. God has plans for you. Are you paying attention?