Our modern lives are not ordered by the rhythms of an agrarian society: the seasons of the year, the times for sowing and harvesting.
But something deep down in our DNA still thrives on rhythms. And there are parts of our story—as individuals, as families, as communities, as nations—the we would do well to remember.
Deliverance.
The day you finally left that oppressive job. The day the unhealthy relationship ended. The day the doctor said you were in remission. The day you knew that you were forgiven by a loving God.
First fruits.
The first pay check from that new job. The first report card of the school year. A first wedding anniversary. A first birthdays. A first Communion.
Completion.
The wrapping up of a work project. A final stage performance. A retirement.
A graduation. A death.
Such things are worth remembering. Worth celebrating with others. Many of these may already be baked into your life. Good! Go bigger. Be even more intentional.
Put it on your calendar as a special day. A holy day. Prep a meal. Hit your local party supply store. Send out the invitations. Turn up the music. Pop the champagne. Party like it’s 1999.
Then do it all over again next year.
Remember that all things are a gift.
(See Exodus 23:14-19).