Relationships

"To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under
the heaven:" (Ecc 3:1 JPS) One thing about seasons that does not
change: Seasons always change.

Here is a thought: If you did not know about winter when it grew
cold and snow came, how you would feel? Confused, maybe even afraid?

Even relationships seem to have "seasons". Just as for seasons of
the year, it is important to recognize the season of a relationship.
And if it is changing, be aware of it and trust God in the change.
  

Perhaps the reason he was separated from you for a little while was
  that you might have him back for good--no longer as a servant but
  better than a servant, as a dear brother. He is very dear to me but
  even dearer to you, both as a man and as a brother in the Lord.  So
  if you consider me a partner, welcome him as you would welcome me.
  If he has done you any wrong or owes you anything, charge it to me.
  (Phil 1:15-18 NIV)