Some of you have heard my bemoaning of the unseasonably warm temperatures we have experienced this winter thus far. I am quite hopeful that tomorrow will end my 2 year snow drought. We didn't get a lot of snow in Asheville (where I lived most my life), but it was enough to go sledding several times a year and have some good snow ball fights. It was enough that we were ready for the crocus blooms and warmer temperatures when they came.
I have found that when we have all four seasons - when we truly delve into the best and worst of the weather elements - I am more ready for the next season. I can appreciate spring flowers, warmer temperatures, and more time spent outdoors after a lot of cold wind, snow showers and many layers of clothing.
It's the same way with the Christian walk. Before we can experience the true joy of Easter, we journey the path of suffering and crucifixion. The scripture tells us that whatever happens to us can be turned to good for those who love God. We all go through really difficult times in our lives, but we have the assurance that God will walk with us and even carry us through those times. No matter what happens - God can turn it to good. And after we have been through the difficult, cold and cloudy times, we can better appreciate the springtime that always comes.
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I really enjoyed the last part of this. "God can turn it to good." There have been so many times in my lives and lives of those close to me where something difficult has happened that turned out to be a blessing later. Only God really knows what is best for us even when we think it is something terrible. Even being sold as a slave can one day save a nation.
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