As the air turns crisp and the season takes full breath, I am reminded of the gentle pulse which sweeps us towards another New England winter. The trees begin to bare revealing their delicate silhouette; nestling beneath the surface for a long winters rest.
We can learn from the trees. We can pause and take a moment to reflect and rest. Although the winters here can be long and cold, I’d miss them if they ceased. I’d miss the blessed opportunity to rest. Always reminding myself that Autumn, now transitioning to the pause of winter, is also God's gentle and unceasing promise of spring.
The famous scripture verse Psalm 23:2-3 reminds me of God's intention that we remember to rest and renew. And as always, God speaks to us through His creation using nature to guide and inspire us.
He makes me to lie down in green pastures;
He leads me beside the still waters.
He restores my soul;
He leads me in the paths of righteousness
For His name’s sake.
Psalm 23:2-3
