Seasons in the Cycle of Life
This week begins the season of Advent, a time of preparation for the coming of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Much like life in general, the Church goes through seasons and cycles on a regular, consistent basis. In our own lives, we experience seasons of life from birth to death. Each one has a profound impact on how we live and what we accomplish. Nature too goes through seasons and each of us knows that one leads to another without fail. After all, God instituted them in creation: “And God said, “ Let there be lights in the expanse of the heavens to separate the day from the night. And let them be for signs and for seasons, and for days and years ” (Genesis 1:14 - ESV) While we experience winter every year, it only lasts for three months. Good news for those of us who hate the cold! We know spring is right on winters heel and none too soon. We never doubt that spring will come. In fact, for people like me, we look forward to it. We have confidence tha