Jordan has been working fulltime for backcountry.com for the past 2 1/2 months and while we knew it was a seasonal position, they made several references to him becoming a permanent employee- and we were hoping and praying for this outcome. On Monday Jordan asked his manager what the status was and the answer he received was no one would be let go until after January, if then. Unfortunately this turned out not to be true and Jordan was told today that he was being let go. We thought this would happen, although we hoped it wouldn't, and we didn't think it would be so soon. So we are back to searching for a job for him and praying for guidance for our family. Some things may be in the works for this summer, but in the meantime we're not sure. We know God provides and always has and I wish I could say we are completely at peace right now, but in all honesty, I am not (Jordan is much better at this than I am!). It took him 3 months to find this job and I just hope it's not the case this time. I'm struggling with not having a plan and a stable income and the ability to get our feet on the ground, whether it be in Utah or somewhere else. Everyday I'm thankful for food to eat, clothes to wear, and all of God's other provisions. But daily it is a struggle for me to renew my mind and trust in the Lord always.
A verse that always comes to mind when I'm struggling between having the things I need rather than the things I want (or think I need) is 2 Peter 1:3:
His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.
I find great joy in knowing that there is nothing I lack! I already have been given all I need to live an abundant and godly life.
It's my choice to live in contentment.
"But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." (Matt 6:33)
In the meantime, I will enjoy having the same bedtime as my husband and seeing more of him everyday. I look forward to the day when we will look back on this season of life and see the areas of growth that took place in our lives.
2 comments:
Oh Charity, I'm sorry to hear that they let him go sooner than you had hoped! I love your strength and positive attitude....You are such an inspiration in your faith in your life! I will be praying for you guys! Thank you for sharing the verses, those are great reminders to all of us about being content with what we have, hard as that is at times! <3
Dear Johnson Family,
I read this verse last week while doing a bible study. Hope it helps.
2 Chronicles 16:8-9a. "Were not the Ethiopians and the Lubim an immense army with very many chariots and horsemen? Yet, because you relied on the Lord, He delivered them into your hand. For the eyes of the Lord move to and fro throughout the earth that He may strongly support those whose heart is completely His." Keep relying, and giving your hearts to Him. It will all work out, love, mom j
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