One year ago today Brad came home around 11:30am. I thought he was home for lunch, but it turns out he had lost his job. Without warning, and without valid reasons. The shock and the betrayal still sting a little bit (I'll admit, I had a nightmare about it last night). But the overall feeling I get when I think about this past year is gratitude for a Heavenly Father who knows how to succor His children, and who keeps His promises. I'm amazed at all the intricate details the Lord worked out for our benefit.
I've learned that faith and fear really cannot coexist. As we spent all our energy trying to hang on to that little morsel of faith, we grew in ways we never thought possible. While I certainly don't want another trial anytime soon, I am learning that the Lord's tutorials are valuable and I don't need to be afraid.
God lives and he loves us. He has a plan for each of us. If we do what we should, and have faith in Him, everything will work out eventually. This I know.
"Be strong, and of a good courage. Be not afraid; neither be thou dismayed. For the Lord thy God is with thee, withersoever thou goest." Joshua 1:9
I love you guys!!! I'm glad it's finally working out. You are amazing! It's weird to think that a little over a year ago I was visiting you in Texas, oh how things change.
ReplyDeleteYou make me cry, sister. I have those same feelings about things I've been through, but I can't quite express myself as eloquently as you do. Thanks for putting words to my feelings also.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful testimony. Hard times truly are hard. But they are infinitely easier when we're able to go through them with the Lord by our side.
ReplyDeleteYour sweet testimony strengthens mine.
ReplyDeleteWOW!!! that is just what I needed...I'm still looking for a job, and your words struck home hard, I'm still bitter and hurt, but after reading that post, I have to say, I feel a little better. Sorry I haven't been in touch, but anxiety has got the best of me since I lost my job. I'm not giving I hope, thanks to your post. I love you all!!!
ReplyDeleteLove ya lots Marcie
you're a wonderful wonderful woman, sally. thanks for sharing your faith.
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