Winter’s Quiet Work
By Diana Leagh Matthews As I write this, we are in the middle of our second snowstorm within a week here in South Carolina, with the possibility of a third in the pipeline. All the snow got me thinking about the winters of our lives. I find myself in that season now in so many areas, and winter—though quiet and difficult—has much to teach us. Lessons from a Winter Season Drawing Closer to God: I’ve had more time to sit at the feet of Jesus and soak in His Word. Learning to quiet all the other outside noises is a challenge at times as I seek the Lord’s whisper. Yet he will speak in His time and way. Making Space to Grieve: There have been many losses to grieve— broken dreams, job changes, and personal losses. I hadn’t realized how much these had accumulated or the toil they had taken. This season has required me to step back, grieve, and begin healing. Honing the Craft: While my writing may not be flowing freely, I am using this time to read, stu...
