As the saying goes, "Out with the Old, and in with the new!"
Our family has been through quite the upheaval over the last 3 months. On May 2nd Joe was one of the unlucky employees who got laid-off from Novell. As much as we wanted to be angry at Novell, the truth is, they were a good employer and provided for our family for many years. So, we parted from them with grateful hearts! There are not many more things as humbling as unemployment. Joe has been strong, determined and hard-working in his search for employment. We tried to buckle down on spending and our whole family put our faith in God and we knew things would work out. We weren't sure when, where, how....but we knew God was aware of our situation and we would be blessed.
There is something very special about paying tithes when you are fully reliant on the Lord. He gives us everything and to be able to give back, even if only a 10th, is a privilege. I think I felt better about paying tithes this past month, than any other time in the last 10 years. The less money we had, the deeper our commitment, and more satisfaction in our sacrifice (if you can call it that).
Our family has been through quite the upheaval over the last 3 months. On May 2nd Joe was one of the unlucky employees who got laid-off from Novell. As much as we wanted to be angry at Novell, the truth is, they were a good employer and provided for our family for many years. So, we parted from them with grateful hearts! There are not many more things as humbling as unemployment. Joe has been strong, determined and hard-working in his search for employment. We tried to buckle down on spending and our whole family put our faith in God and we knew things would work out. We weren't sure when, where, how....but we knew God was aware of our situation and we would be blessed.There is something very special about paying tithes when you are fully reliant on the Lord. He gives us everything and to be able to give back, even if only a 10th, is a privilege. I think I felt better about paying tithes this past month, than any other time in the last 10 years. The less money we had, the deeper our commitment, and more satisfaction in our sacrifice (if you can call it that).
As another saying goes, "What doesn't kill you makes you stronger." That has truly been the case for our family. This trial really ranks more in the medium range, compared to some trials that have to be endured. But, regardless, Joe and I have been amazed at our children's faith and righteous desires. The children have been praying and fasting for new employment. The girls have been fasting here and there, even without our knowledge. We are so proud of the young adults they are becoming. Joe was able to secure employment with a large new company coming in to Utah. He will begin on August 1st. We feel so blessed with this employment offer and especially with a company with such solid footing (they are ranked 152 on the Fortune 500 list).God is Great! He sent down His tender mercies to our little family this week and we cannot shout His praises loud enough. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
5 comments:
Wonderful news!
Unemployment no matter how long or short is really hard on a person, but it is so amazing to see god's hand in all things when it does occur. Congrats on the new position!
That is fabulous news! What a great faith building experience for the whole family.
Super HAPPY to hear this! I have had you guys in my thoughts. Good luck with the new job Joe!
Oh, so happy for you guys!!!! Congrats! :)
And thanx for sharing some of the many lessons you've learned from it all.
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