Waiting for God’s timing may be the most challenging thing in my faith journey. I won’t even pray for patience because it would guarantee I will go through something that requires patience. I figured I get enough tests without asking for it.

In April 2022, God put it on my heart to leave my job. I prayed that God would confirm His plan with Bill. I was not leaving my job without the agreement of my husband! This was a big decision that greatly impacted our family, especially financially.

Leaving My Financial Security

In my early adult years, my wages were poverty income levels. There was even a short time I needed government assistance during unforeseen circumstances. The idea of leaving my higher paying income was terrifying. Why would I willfully leave my job security?

I have learned (and still learning) to trust God in all things. At the time, leaving my full-time job and salary was my biggest leap of faith. It can be easier to trust God when your bank account can cover your day-to-day needs and monthly bills. But can you trust God when you do not have financial security?

Look at the birds of the air, for they neither sow nor
reap nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feeds them.
Are you not of more value than they? – Matthew 6:26 (NKJV)

One of the main reasons I ran from God was because of the financial hardships I experienced in my young adulthood. I have never been consumed by money. But when I struggled to pay for basic needs like food and shelter, I ran from Christ and resisted in non-belief. Instead, I should have pressed into Him.

It has been over a year since I left my full-time job as a professor. I would love to tell you that everything has progressed beautifully, but at the time of writing this blog, I am still waiting on God for an income. But I am so grateful for the in-depth growth I have gained in my relationship with God during this season. This is worth so much more than any salary!

Plant Your Trust in God

Your relationship with Jesus Christ is personal. What you need is different than what I need. God may never guide you to leave your job without having another one. But for me, money was a bruised area in my relationship with God. 

Seeking God in all areas of your life is essential in reaching your authentic quality of life. Your authentic life isn’t based on your circumstances. Living authentically is realizing that your peace, joy, and all your needs come from Him. 

God is Authentic – of undisputed origin, genuine. 

I know God’s timing is perfect, and I am learning each day how to patiently wait for God. I know following His plan is best. I trust God completely even when I don’t understand everything along the way.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
And lean not on your own understanding;
In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct your paths. 

– Proverbs 3:5-6 (NKJV)

Prayer: Thank You, Lord, for Your provisions. I am grateful for Your love. I am secure in Your faithfulness, and I trust You completely. I seek Your wisdom, and I pray that only Your Will be done. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

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