-He's Slippin' 'Em Bread... Dig?-
.Okay, so God hasn't exactly given us money. . .kinda. But He's definitely providing. These last few days have really been a time of re-learning about God's provision during times of crisis. When John lost his job, our only safely working car went with it and we were stuck without transportation. That was until a family from church let us use theirs while they were using a neighbor's car. Then, for Thanksgiving, our surrogate family, the wonderful Browns, made sure that we not only had a place to go for the holiday, but that we understood just how much we were apart of the family and not just friends of the family. Everyone has been soo giving of their love and encouragement that it's a little overwhelming.
.Still, when I didn't get approved for an assignment today I took it pretty hard. I had to turn down another assignment earlier in the week so getting declined for another wasn't good. The assignment was for a theater shop and I was especially excited because it was in Springfield (which hardly
ever happens) an it would give John and I a chance to have a little fun without feeling guilty for spending on something other than necessities. I admit that I cried after getting the bad news and John was right there encouraging me to trust that God still has His hand in our current circumstance. I took a little time to cry before God and then continued checking my work email. Wouldn't you know it - the very next job I looked up was for a theatre shop in town (at a different theatre) and had a much better selection of shop dates. Can I be completely honest and admit that I cried like a little baby?
.I am feeling soo thankful right now that I am almost embarrassed by my earlier reaction. I am feeling such a need to step things up a little more financially that loosing jobs I could normally count on sometimes kills me inside. But God has been faithful and providing in ways that are no less than beautiful. And though this job pays a little less than the original assignment I wanted (instead of reimbursement tickets for two it's just a ticket for one), it still covers the cost for both John and I to have a night of fun, guilt free. Well, I do have to work so it won't be all fun.
.Anyway, I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday and that you are experiencing glimpses of God in your lives as well. I know that some of you are experiencing times where God's wisdom and guidance is needed. May we all walk through our journeys with confidence in Him.
..Oh! I also posted a bass update on
my Xanga site. Go check it out!
shawanda
4:59 PM
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