Do you ever feel like certain times of the year are harder than others? I know this time of year I have a tendency to struggle with my attitudes and feelings. I am not sure why but it consistently seems like it's when fall turns to winter. Maybe because I don’t enjoy being cold or wearing my long underwear all the time.

As I look inward and evaluate my spiritual life I feel like, it is during this time, I can’t hear God’s voice. Even though I am spending time in His word and in quiet prayer each day, I can’t hear His voice. I have been reading Ross Parsley’s book “Do You See What I See?” and he talks about seeing God in the ordinary things of life. As I have reflected on that idea I have been challenged to look at my life and see God’s blessings in the ordinary.

For example, I was able to spend Friday night with my 3 sister in laws and niece; I don’t get to spend a lot of time with them since we live about an hour or so away. And on Sunday night, my sister, who recently moved to Florida was home and spent the evening with us. So both of these were special occasions. As we enjoyed hanging out, playing cards, eating, going to Comedy Sportz, getting massages, taking pictures, getting one sister added to Facebook, eating more food and just sharing together I was reminded how fortunate I am to have them as my family. We each bring something to the table that encourages or challenges another. God has given me women who I can grow old with and will forever be tied too regardless of where we end up.

As I struggle to hear God’s voice I need to look at each day and listen as He speaks to me. Those conversations can be seen spending time with my sisters; when my kids come home with good report cards; when they get compliments from their teachers and parents as they grow and develop into their own people; and when others recognize them for their spiritual leadership and servant hood. God is speaking to me when I look at my marriage and where it was 10 years ago compared to now; from utter disrepair to health and wholeness. To an amazing ministry opportunity in Foley.

So during this time, let’s look at the little things God speaking to you and me. Zephaniah 3:17 says “The Lord your God is with you, He is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, He will quiet you with his love, He will rejoice over you with singing." In each scenario God is quietly showing his love to each one of us. Are we willing to look and listen to the conversation He is having with us?