I can’t believe the time is up. Ironically, I never realized there was a time limit. I guess I thought I’d be in California forever. I fell in love with the city, the culture, the people, and—honestly—the weather.

Three days before our flight, I started putting furniture and other items in the hallway with a “free” sign. My wife and I would laugh because every time we came back an hour later, everything would be gone. It was one of those moments that was funny, but bittersweet because it meant time was up.

It hit me hardest when a friend came to pick up my 75-inch Samsung TV. As it was coming off the wall, something felt heavier than the TV itself—the thought that I really had to leave California.

I struggled with it, but deep down, I know God has the final say. Every day, I surrender my will to Him, which means trusting Him completely. Once I embraced that, I began to see my time in California with new eyes—more mature eyes. We were there for a reason, and I believe we accomplished what we were meant to. My wife grew in so many ways, and so did I—too many ways to list in this blog, but just know, God ordained that season.

Now, as I sit in Atlanta writing this, it’s bittersweet. Atlanta has always been good to us, especially for business, and we have strong connections here. My prayer every day is, “God, order my steps,” because while I don’t fully understand why we’re back, I trust that He has a purpose for it.

If you’re going through a season that you don’t quite understand, know that it’s purposeful. He’s equipping you with what you need for the next season. And that next season might also come with things you don’t fully grasp, but trust that He’s preparing you for what’s ahead. He’s a God who goes before us, a God who loves and cherishes us. He’s with us through everything, and He will never leave or forsake us.

God Bless The Entrepreneur.