The God Of Uncomfortable Seasons

But when Herod died, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared in a dream to Joseph in Egypt, saying, “Rise, take the child and his mother and go to the land of Israel, for those who sought the child’s life are dead.” — Matthew 2:19-20

There is something about the feeling of coming home, isn't there?

The feeling of kicking off your shoes, being with the family you love, and sleeping in your own bed.

And even though the death of Herod marked this moment, I wonder if Joseph and Mary felt some relief at the thought of returning home. It has been three years since Joseph and Mary fled for Jesus's life. They have been strangers in a foreign land. Egypt was not their home — Nazareth was. And notice two communications by an angel bookended this season. The first time an angel told them to run. The second time an angel told them to return. And soon, this season would be done, and they would no longer be refugees but citizens again.

Every believer will have at least one season like this in their life. For some, this season is short. For others, the season is long. For some, it will be many seasons. For others, it will only be one. Regardless, during this time, we undergo an incredible transformation. We experience changes. Then we are tested. And finally, we grow. At the moment, it's uncomfortable because it is not like being home. But regardless, there is one constant. God knows its beginning and end, and Jesus will always be with us through it. But in the case of Joseph and Mary, this was all a little more literal. God marked the beginning and end, and five years old Jesus was right there with them.

So if you are in a season that's a little uncomfortable, then listen and look. God is speaking and is in it because our ever-present God is there. I promise.

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