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Rejoice in Every Season: Finding Joy Through Faith, Change & Loss

Facing Change and Loss?

Have you ever felt the weight of change pressing in? Maybe you lost a job, a relationship shifted, or you simply woke up one morning and realized you weren’t feeling joyful like you used to. I’ve been there. And I’m not just preaching from the sidelines, I’ve walked through seasons of uncertainty myself. In fact, I turned to the apostle Paul the Apostle’s letter to the church in Philippi for help. While Paul was under arrest and confined, he still wrote about rejoicing.
In this blog post, we’re going to explore how to rejoice in every season of life, whether good or hard. We’ll look at the problem, find a biblical solution, and walk through practical steps you can apply today.

The Problem: Why Joy Feels Out of Reach

Life has seasons. When things are going well, it’s easy to feel thankful and joyful. But what about when things shift? When we face loss, difficulty, or unexpected change?
In those moments:

We tend to worry, rather than pray.
We forget past blessings and focus on present pain.
Our identity in Christ can feel distant rather than present.

Paul addressed one of these problems when he wrote:

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Bible Gateway+1
So the problem: worry replacing praise, and our circumstances dictating our joy. But what if joy didn’t depend on our circumstances? What if joy came from something deeper?

The Solution: Rejoice Regardless of Season

Paul’s message is clear. Although he was in prison, away from comfort and likely facing harsh conditions, he still encouraged the church to rejoice.
Why?

Because our joy doesn’t come solely from what we feel, but from who God is.
Because our prayer life can shift worry into worship.
Because gratitude rewires our perspective and opens our hearts to God’s peace (see Philippians 4:7).

So we can reframe the season we’re in, not just “endure it”, but “rejoice in it”.

Story: A Real-Life Example

Let’s imagine Sarah. She just lost her job unexpectedly. Her identity felt shaken. She worried: “How will I pay the bills? Will I find something? What if it gets worse?”
Then she remembered Philippians 4:6. Instead of staying stuck in worry, she wrote down her concerns. Then she prayed, telling God what she needed, with thanksgiving for what He had done.
Within days, something shifted. She caught glimpses of God’s goodness, former colleagues reaching out, doors opening unexpectedly. She didn’t instantly get a new job, but she learned to rejoice in the season of waiting.
Her joy grew, not because everything was perfect but because she chose to lean into God.

Practical Steps: How You Can Rejoice in Every Season

Here’s how you can apply this in your life:

1. Name Your Season

Start by honestly naming the season you’re in, change, loss, transition, or blessing. When you acknowledge it, you empower yourself to respond.

2. Write Down What God Has Done

Make a list of the things God has done for you, big or small. Thank Him for them. This builds your gratitude muscle.
For example: past healings, restored relationships, times of peace, answered prayers.

3. Identify God’s Attributes

Then list God’s attributes, His faithfulness, goodness, love, sovereignty, peace. When you recall who He is, you’re anchored in Him.

4. Pray Instead of Worry

Use Philippians 4:6 as your guide. When anxiety comes, turn it into a prayer. For example:

“God, I need wisdom. I thank You for Your faithfulness. Here’s what I’m worried about…”
This shifts your posture from reactive to relational.

5. Build a Habit of Gratitude

Repeat the practice over a week. Set aside 5 minutes each day. Write, pray, thank. Over time, rejoicing becomes natural rather than forced.

Interactive Element: Quick Quiz

Which season are you in? (Pick one)

Season of Change – I’m facing a major life shift (job, move, relationship).
Season of Difficulty or Loss – I’m grieving or enduring hardship.
Season of Blessing – Life is good, and I want to deepen my joy.
Season of Waiting – I’m in limbo, unsure of what’s next.

Once you pick your number, pause and reflect:

What is one thing I can thank God for today?
What attribute of God am I going to remember when I feel anxious?

Why This Matters & What to Expect

When you learn to rejoice in every season:

You shift from circumstance-centric joy to Christ-centred joy.
You cultivate peace in your heart and mind (Philippians 4:7) despite what’s happening.
You grow in faith, because you rely less on your feelings and more on God.
You become a witness: others may see your joy and wonder how you maintain it.

Take-Away: Today’s Action Plan

Today, do this:

Grab a journal or open a notes app.
List two things you’re grateful for.
List one attribute of God you want to lean on this week.
When worry creeps in, pray: “God, here’s what I need… I thank You for…”

Then repeat tomorrow, and the next day. Over time, you’ll build a habit of rejoicing.

Conclusion

Life will bring seasons of change, difficulty, waiting, and also seasons of blessing. But the truth is: we serve a God who never changes. And we have a choice, to react with worry or respond with prayer and praise.
So let’s commit today to rejoice in every season. Let’s live by the words of Paul: to pray rather than worry, to thank rather than fret. In doing so, we’ll find that joy isn’t just for good times—it’s for every time.

May you walk this week with a heart tuned to gratitude, a mind anchored in peace, and a soul set to rejoice.

If you like this blog, I’d love to hear from you! Please comment below which season you’re in and one thing you’re grateful for today.

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