The Blessing of Winter

As we find ourselves in the middle of 2024, winter has arrived in the southern hemisphere. In Winter, nature takes a breather, focusing energy on its roots, preparing for the next vibrant season. This natural pause teaches us a valuable lesson: the importance of taking time to stop, reflect, and realign our lives for what's ahead. In this episode, I’ll be diving into the timeless wisdom of Ephesians 5:14, where Paul encourages us to "awake, sleeper, arise from the dead, and let Christ shine on you." Discover how this powerful message can guide us towards a more intentional and purposeful life. 💫 Join me on a journey of personal and spiritual growth as we explore the beauty of a personal Sabbath. Learn how to carve out special times each season to reflect, realign, and deepen your connection with God. I’ll be sharing practical tips on how to create these moments of solitude, including the use of journaling and handy apps like Trello to capture and prioritize your thoughts and goals. 📔📱 We'll also discuss how to overcome common challenges such as busyness and losing focus, with Christ’s light helping us regain perspective and purpose. Hear inspiring stories about how dedicated reflection times can awaken you to what’s precious, restore what’s been lost, and align your life with God’s will. 🌟 Whether it’s a few hours or a whole day, find out how these periods of reflection can lead to a more abundant and purposeful life, ready to seize every opportunity and live in the fullness of God’s plan. Let's dive in. 🙏 _______________________________________________________ Jean Symons is the Team leader of Doxa Deo. He leads teams of people who lead churches and organizations who dream to affect transformation for the Kingdom of God in cities. Jean is married to Willianna, and they have two daughters. He loves leadership, ministry, sports, music and horses. Subscribe to the Jean Symons Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Google Podcasts or Apple Podcasts to be notified when new episodes arrive.