I personally struggle with the idea of God providing for me in tangible ways. Difficult times in my life and the millions who go without everyday are more than enough evidence to question the idea that God provides for his children. With that said I can't help but notice God helping Kate and I in this time of transition.
For instance, Kate is no longer an employee of Starbucks (she never even made it to her first, I guess some just can't handle the coffee business), but rather she is working at a State Farm Insurance office two blocks from our apartment. She was hired last Monday (Better pay and hours). Tuesday she found out that she needed to fly down to Texas for her Grandpa's funeral. Her boss was ok with her starting when she came back. A huge relief for Kate, who could be in Texas and not have to worry about a job.
This job has already started to pay off. Today was her first day and she found out that with her job she (and I) will receive access to the building's gym and parking garage (which is a short walk from our apartment). A parking space in this area is at least a $75 dollar a month value, plus free gym access.
Meredith and Steve continue to be a blessing as well. They have introduced us to numerous people in the area. Counting them, there are 6 other couples in the area who are in similar situations as Kate and I.
I think like most people in my situation, I continue to have doubts about whither I am doing the right thing. Is this really the degree I want? Do I really want to go into debt to do this? I am cut out for this? Do I even want to be involved in ministry? Ect...
It helps immensely though when I sense God's hand providing for me. So today I will allow myself to believe that it is actually Him, and not just coincidence.
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"While they were still talking about this, Jesus himself stood among them and said to them, "Peace be with you." Luke 24:36 Picture Jesus with you.
Amen to that Jordan.
Sarah
now what you really need is God to provide you with the will power to actaully use the gym!
People with bodies like mine really don't need gyms.
thats true is the term "cushy" is what you want people to identify with your body!
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it's humbling isn't it.
aubrey and i had a moment like this recently where we recieved money from friends. and earlier that week we were worried that we wouldn't be able to cover the bills and have me go to school at the same time.
hey...
come join a conversation on my friends blog about what words to use when talking about the "gospel" to others...
it's Brian's page
yeah.
I know that we all have personal choice, but I still know that God works in divine ways that amaze me and that I do not understand. And I also know that the more I yield myself and my life to him the more that he leads me and goes ahead and makes a way in a life. How he does that....I don't know. Does he do it, yes.
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