What does the Bible say about seasons of life?

Ecclesiastes 3:1 states, 'To everything there is a season, and a time for every purpose under heaven.' This emphasizes the divine sovereignty of God over the various seasons we face throughout our lives. Whether these seasons are joyful or sorrowful, they are all purposed by God, demonstrating His control and plan for our lives. Solomon further explains this by presenting different pairs of times—birth, death, weeping, laughing, and more—showing that every experience serves a distinct purpose in God's overarching design.