The Only Constant, is Change-Or is It?
Our home was rearranged this past weekend. Shifted into a new normal, that is unsettling and quiet. Our second born child and daughter exchanged her last name, and now another room is empty.
We are thrilled with the union, but the change can be difficult. I already miss our nightly chats on either my bed or hers, as she filled me in on the events of her day or other things on her mind. She is only 15 mins away down the road, but somehow it seems so far. Maybe because I can’t just pop in anytime I want, like I would in her room. (I mean, I guess I could just hop over there, but they may change the locks on me, if mom keeps showing up all the time.)
As I sit here and reflect on how quickly it all seems to be moving these days, I am reminded that the only constant we seem to have in this life is change. My husband, more so than myself, struggles with change deeply, so this weekend sent him on an emotional roller coaster that I know he never wanted to board, and wished to disembark immediately.
But we will adjust and new routines will be learned. Our moments with our oldest daughters have become even more precious and dear to us than before, now that they are both married and gone; while the time we have left with our son in this house will be cherished, as we understand the next time we blink, he too will leave an empty room.
Soaking in all those moments you have with one another, making beautiful memories to share time and again at family gatherings and loving deeply without hesitation- this is a part of what it means to Live Beautifully Simple. Don’t rush past each season, even if the season seems to fly by so fast it creates a blur. Hang on tight to what God has given you, because tomorrow the gift in your hand will change into something new.
Yes, life is a constant swirl of movement, but there is one thing that remains steadfast- Jesus Christ.
He is the only thing, the only person we have, that will never change. He is the rock and our cornerstone, the firm foundation on which we can build our lives. Steady and sure, no shifting beneath our feet. We need this, maybe even more than we comprehend.
He brings us peace within the motion and security in the uncertainty. I am so grateful I know Him personally. I pray you know Him too. if not, the scriptures tells us if we confess with our mouth that Jesus Christ is Lord and believe in our heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. (Romans 10:9)
None of us can avoid the merry-go-round called life we are on, but the ride doesn’t have to scare us. Take the hand of the Master and know, He will keep you steady.
This post may be short due to my busy weekend, but it’s a great reminder of another way the Lord blesses and provides for His children. He understands there is only so many starts and stops, twist and turns, ups and downs we can take, before we need to hang our head over the side railing- which is not a pretty sight. He’s like our personal Dramamine, keeping the queasiness at bay, as we travel down the road of life.
So, with this new season, I’m sure I will need a little extra Jesus time to help me adjust. I’m so thankful for His faithfulness. If you are currently in a situation that has you tossed around like a rag doll, I encourage you to also run to the Rock that is higher. There is unbelievable safety there, with consistent peace, comfort and love. Praise God for His constant, steadfastness!