I'll be the first to admit that I take things for granted, not only at home, but throughout my life. I always think that I have plenty of time to do things that to some may seem pivotal in keeping order in one's life. To some, keeping up a clean house means a clean and neat life, whereas to others, chaos is a way of dealing with issues within their life.
When you hear the word struggle, do you think of someone who is trying to make ends meet, or someone who is working to keep things together and not fall apart? Struggle means all those things and much, much more. It is more than a state of mind, it's a way of life for some, regardless of their income, education, race, gender, etc.
The current state of our economy has renedered millions of people jobless, wandering about to find a job to keep their heads above water to keep their familes fed, clothed, and housed. Faith at these times, to some, is a life saver, to others, it's just not a quick enough "fix-it" for their current problems.
When I lost my job, I did well for a few months, my bills were being paid, I was able to balance my schoolwork with my son's extracurricular activities. I was even reading the Bible daily because I believed that God was taking care of me even when I couldn't take care of myself or my son.
Now, it's been over a year since I've lost my job, the bills are piling up, facing have the electricity turned off, the prospects of a job have been few and far between and depression has always bee lurking around the corner, watching and waiting for me to give it a foothold into my life.
But, I know....that throughout all the things that the world may throw at me, there is a faith that sustains me and my family through such hard times. It's at times like this that we need to stop and focus on those things that are important.
To some who know me intimately, it may appear that all I seem to do is drift through life, always getting by somehow, with little or no concern about how I get myself into financial binds. Trust me, I know how I get myself into such situations and yes, I have always seemed to come out ahead, but that is the beauty of God's mercy and love towards me.
Let me end this by saying......prayers by those who are in agreement are heard by Jesus and He will intervene on our behalf.
I am asking for prayers from my friends......that me and my son will get through this time with faith and that we will allow Jesus to intercede for us.
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