I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us. The creation waits in eager expectation for the sons of God to be revealed. For the creation was subjected to frustration, not by its own choice, but by the will of the one who subjected it, in hope that the creation itself will be liberated from its bondage to decay and brought into the glorious freedom of the children of God. (Rom. 8:18-21)
From the very beginning, this universe we live in has been growing and changing, shifting and merging, and cooling and refining. It is filled with constant births and deaths. Popes, presidents, kings, queens, and ordinary people all eventually die. From time to time certain species become extinct but the universe continues on.
New popes are elected by the college of cardinals, new leaders are elected by the people, new kings and queens follow those who have gone before. Those in places of power are replaced by others who then adopt the power. Change happens all the time.
Growth and change can be painful, but the alternative is usually worse in that it leads to stagnation. Making changes involves taking risks and quite a few of us do not do that well. It is entirely possible that our Creator meant for us to befriend the process of change and use it to our advantage. Spring is perhaps a very good time for risk-taking. God always allows for transformation in our lives when we are open to it. Today, reflect on how you are doing with taking risks and take some if you feel it would benefit you.
Taken from “Talks with our Creator” for April 12th
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