"For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, they are plans for good, not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope." Jeremiah 29:11.
This is one of the first verses of the Bible that I memorized after I was saved about 14 years ago. However, I have come to realize that sometimes the Lord’s plan doesn’t make sense. We don’t see the full picture and it can be frustrating when we don’t understand why certain things are happening in our lives. However, we need to have blind faith and trust in Him because he can see past the storm we are in.
This past Thursday, my husband was told that he only has a job until September 3rd. The bank he works for is closing down several departments, causing over 400 people to be laid off. It is devastating since it took over a year for Daniel to get this job and then to work there for less than two years. He really loves working as a mortgage loan processor, the promotion he just got back in March. I can’t help but wonder why we would be blessed with his promotion, only for it to be taken away so quickly?
I have come to realize that a lot of my husband’s self confidence is based on his ability to provide for our family. I am sure that most husbands feel the same way. As the head of the household, they feel the most need and pressure to take care of their family. Daniel is worried about not being able to take care of us come September. Luckily, it is only June and there is time to apply for other positions in both other departments at his current employer as well as at other banks in the area.
I am trying to stay strong and supportive for my husband during this time. We are both worried and were caught off guard by this sudden announcement. However, I have to trust that the Lord is going to take care of us no matter what happens in the next two and a half months. I am trying to find ways to encourage him as best as I can when I know he is feeling down and discouraged. Anything from searching for jobs so he can easily apply once he is home from work, to mowing the lawn so it is one less thing he needs to worry about. What do you do when your husband needs encouragement? I would love some more ideas!
"I love you, Lord, You are my strength. The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my Savior. My God is my rock in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the power that saves me, and my place of safety. I called on the Lord, who is worthy of praise, and He saved me from my enemies." Psalm 18:1-3
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