God’s Presence in Transition
Dr. Herman O. Kelly, Jr., Columnist
Change is always a part of life’s journey. We are born, we graduate, we relocate, and we lose loved ones. Transition is a part of the existential experience. As we transition or as we experience transitional moments in our lives, we must seek God’s strength and God’s direction.
First, we must believe that God is in the midst of the transition. As we transition from a home full of children to an empty nest, we must still believe that God is in the process. As we see our young people graduate or get new employment, we need to see the presence of God. In our transitional moments we must seek God’s direction and clarity.
Secondly, we must believe our faith will guide us through our transition. When we have faith, we see the invisible, even if no one else sees the product of our faith. Transition causes us to depend on our faith. In our transitory experiences, it is our faith which anchors us. It is our faith, that no longer is a noun, but becomes a verb, ready for action. In my own transitional moments, it was my faith that kept me, helped me, and anchored me in the times of storm, confrontation, and uncertainty.
Lastly, we must believe in the power of God’s spirit. In the manuscript of God’s word, the biblical writings of the believers. It was God’s spirit that gave power to the weak, the lame, and the marginalized persons in the community. As I experience my own personal transition I am leaning and depending on the power of The Holy Spirit.
