Sometimes this staying positive things is harder than at other times. Since changing jobs 11 years ago, I have kept on working at my previous job for about 20 hours a week. It is a job I can do at home, making my own schedule, and it gives me extra money for trips and unexpected expenses.
Several months ago, the university that I work for announced that it was going to try and sell the service that my part-time employer offers. I was put into an instant panic about how I would cover my bills. And my heart hurt for those who could be losing the only job they have. I fretted over it for days, losing sleep and finding myself distracted from my full-time job.
Then one day I was walking to my car on my way home for lunch, still worrying about how I would make ends meet and God spoke to me. "You will have more time to write."
Suddenly I saw the situation in a different light. What might look like a negative could be a positive. What might leave my checkbook with fewer dollars could leave my day with more minutes to pursue other interests.
I'm still not sure what is going to happen with my part-time job but in that short walk to my car, my mind was put at ease with a positive word from God.
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