It might be just me, but there are few things in life that I feel less prepared for than fall. I know, it’s a nice time of year. Temperatures are cooler, leaves are falling, and football is being played every weekend. Super. I’m pumped. Can you sense my excitement? I’m sorry, but I just love summer. It’s not because I don’t have to work (because I do), it’s because I love not having to bundle up to go outside, or snow blow my driveway, or scrape ice off my window. The problem with fall is not the weather; it’s that it signals the weather to come. I can’t help it that I spent 8 years living near the equator. It does something to your body, I think, and two years back in Michigan has not yet cured me. In time, maybe.
Now let me tell you the truth: I may not be prepared for fall, but I am still very excited about the new school year! My pessimistic side says “NO!! I'm not finished with summer yet! I'm not ready for school to start! But my optimistic side says “Thank you Lord for another school year, and another chance to work with kids!”
This is a school. I could make a long list of current and potential problems for the upcoming year. What is it that gives me confidence as we move ahead? Why can I, and each of you, be optimistic? Here are three simple reasons, and some scripture to back them up:
- With God, all things are possible (Mark 10:27)
- Jesus Christ is the creator and ruler of all (Col. 1:15-17)
- We can do all things through Christ (Phil. 4:13)
Now, tell me, how can you be pessimistic about this year, or about your situation, or about your kids, or about anything? We have so much to be thankful for, including being loved by a savior who created the earth and everything in it, who gives us strength to do all things, and a God who can do the impossible. Another school year? Bring it on!
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