In this heartfelt and hope-filled reflection, Cheryl Ziegler speaks directly to women navigating seasons of transition—those uncertain moments when familiar rhythms no longer fit, yet the future feels unclear. Drawing from her own journey and grounded in Psalm 32:8, Cheryl offers encouragement for the woman standing between endings and new beginnings. With grace and vulnerability, she reminds us that transition isn’t failure—it’s often a divine invitation to trust more deeply, release what no longer serves us, and realign with God’s purpose. Through her words, readers are gently called to embrace the unknown as sacred ground where God leads, shapes, and prepares us for what’s next.

If what used to work in your life or career suddenly doesn’t…I understand. I’ve been in that space too—living in a season of both uncertainty and anticipation.

You might be in a Transition season—a unique time when what once felt clear, easy, or energizing now feels heavy or unfamiliar. Unlike the predictable rhythms of spring or winter, transition often brings ambiguity. You may not be able to name exactly what’s ending or what’s beginning—but deep down, you sense something is shifting.

For me, things I once felt confident in suddenly felt out of sync. Doors that used to open easily were quietly closing, while new ones were appearing—unexpected but somehow aligned. It was unfamiliar and a little uncomfortable. But I learned that doesn’t mean I’m off-track. It may be a divine invitation.

What a Transition Season Might Look Like:

• A loss of grace for what once energized you
• New doors opening that don’t quite make sense but feel right
• A quiet knowing that something is ending
• The challenge of letting go of old habits or mindsets
• A bittersweet blend of grief and hope

As I walked through the tension of that season—good things ending, new opportunities beginning—I learned to give myself space to grieve what passed before I could fully embrace what God was birthing in me.

One verse I held onto was:

“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with My loving eye on you.” —Psalm 32:8

Transitions rarely come with a complete map. But God uses these moments to realign us—not just in what we do, but in who we are.

As women of faith, we’re often wired to lead, plan, and produce. So sitting in the unknown can feel like a struggle. But I’m learning that clarity isn’t always the starting point—trust is.

When old ways stop working, it’s not failure. It may be God clearing space—preparing your heart, resetting your pace, and loosening your grip on things that won’t serve you in the next season.

The more I seek Him and grow in relationship with Him, the more confidence I find to move forward—and resist the urge to return to what once felt familiar or fulfilling. He’s teaching me to find my significance in Him, not in what I do or achieve. I wish that came more easily, but I’ll be honest—it’s still a work in progress.

Take a Moment to Reflect:

Lord, what are You inviting me to release?

And what might You be preparing me to receive?

If you’re in transition, rest in this truth: He will lead you. Lean into Him deeply—I believe He has so much more for you.

These seasons may stretch us, but they also shape us. And through it all, God leads—faithfully, lovingly, step by step.

Cheryl Ziegler is a Kingdom Coach and Consultant dedicated to seeing women walk in the calling or purpose God has for their lives.

Cheryl works with women at the beginning of their non-profit or entrepreneurial journey to break free from uncertainty, frustration, and overwhelm by showing them how to Align with God, Grow their kingdom impact, and not just survive, but Thrive in business and life. She is dedicated to empowering women to step into their calling confidently and purposefully, and see their God-given dreams and goals fulfilled.

In addition to business coaching, Cheryl works with women who want to clarify or discover their calling or purpose God has for them in the current season of their lives. 

Cheryl and her friend, Clarette du Plooy, also host the podcast Pursuing Hearts, in which they authentically navigate the path of growing in understanding of the boundless love emanating from our Heavenly Father’s heart toward us.

In 2024, she became a published author of an Amazon best seller in Faith & Spirituality, Leap of Faith, which she co-authored with 20 of her peers.