I’m one of those people who wishes away the heat of summer in favor of a warm spring day or a cool autumn one. Yet God uses the seasons — all of them — to remind me that He’s fully in control of my world.

When I experience other types of seasons — spiritual, relational, and physical ones, I can apply God’s promise to these as well. Whether I’m experiencing a dark depression, a dry spiritual time, or a stormy physical challenge, I know it won’t last. God has allowed it for a time and a purpose, but He’ll eventually replace it with a different season. Knowing that tough times don’t last gives me the courage to persevere and learn from them. They give me an opportunity to trust God to give me everything I need to navigate the season with faith and joy.