October tends to feel like a month of transition. As the air grows crisp, the leaves change color and nature slowly lets go of the heat of summer. There’s something about this time of year that urges me to reflect on the cycles in my own life—the places where I’m asked to let go, evolve, or embrace the beauty of change.
How about you?
For many of us, October not only marks a shift in the weather but also in how we approach the rest of the year. We have about 92 days left before we ring in a new year. There’s a subtle urgency to tie up loose ends before the year closes, while simultaneously feeling the pull to slow down, enjoy the present moment, and take stock of what really matters.
There is a time for everything,
and a season for every activity under the heavens:Ecclesiastes 3:1 ESV
As I reflect on my own creative journey, I’m reminded of how much actual transformation is required to stay true to my purpose. How do I stay on mission?
Much like the changing seasons, we are constantly evolving—sometimes shedding parts of ourselves to make way for new growth. For humans everywhere, change is a constant of life. This new seasons serves as a reminder that creativity and growth are deeply tied to cycles of renewal. This usually means letting go of old ways or ideas that no longer serve us.
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.
2 Corinthians 5:17 ESV
The fall season is also a time for deep reflection. As the days grow shorter, I find myself drawn more toward introspection, reconnecting with the spiritual aspects of my life. It’s a time to assess where I’ve been, where I’m going, and how I can align more fully with the purpose that fuels me.
For me, that purpose is always linked to a desire to see others grow—not just in their relationships with each other, but also in their connection to the Divine. There’s a deep joy in watching people come alive when they see their own worth, their own potential, and the beauty of life even in its messiest moments.
As we step into this season, I invite you to reflect on what you might need to release, and where you feel called to grow. Embrace the change, however small, and trust that it’s part of a larger cycle of renewal in your life.
Personally, I am looking forward with great anticipation to what this weekend’s Painters, Prophets, and Poets gathering in Oklahoma City reveals to me.
How are you feeling the pull of this season? What shifts are happening in your life, and how are you navigating them? I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments.
Until my next post…
God is good. All the time.
No matter what.
Know you are loved.
Praying for you. Praying for America.
Rainer Bantau —The Devotional Guy™
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Blessings Rainer. Joining you in prayer for our nation as well as the world at large. I agree that autumn is a time to embrace the pace of the days ahead. Spending a few additional minutes with God’s Word and my writing slows down my own thoughts.
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I have not read that particular book, Linda. Yes, I think identifying our lulls is helpful so we can recenter. Thanks for sharing your experience and insights.
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Because our family serves in Christian camp ministry that is at its height in the summer and fall, and because I home school, we are in a different rhythm. Everyone grows and changes through the summer, and as we re-start school, I am assessing what is working and how to encourage each child along. Right now, we are trying to hold to a schedule and still be available to help out with weekend retreats at camp. My slow down is January and February. I think every season holds unique opportunities for meeting my mission if I am mindful and seeking God’s direction.
What is your mission? Have you read the book “Mission Drift”?
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