September 17, 2011

We are nearing the end of week 3 with Chris still on the job hunt.  He gets very frustrated with me as I tend to worry and be more concerned about things then he is.  He is able to put more trust in God, that he will take care of us then I am.  I try, I really, really try.  But, the end of the month is nearing when our bills need to be paid.  And he has no job, and there is no unemployment money coming through yet.  I don't make a whole lot in my two part-time jobs...so, yes, I worry. 


We are hoping and praying Chris gets a phone call this week with some kind of job offer.  He did have a offer to cook at  restaurant in DeMotte, but it was only on weekends and some evenings.  We both prayed about this.  It was not many hours, not consistent work and would have greatly inhibited the things he needs to do to pursue his ministry as a LLP in the Methodist Church.   He has several things coming up in the near future which he needs to do that fall on Saturdays and Sundays.  He decided to turn down that job.  Risky move?  Maybe.  But, he can now take the Basic Lay Speaker Course and he is also filling in for another minister at two churches down by Lafayette.  Things that will really help in his LLP work.

I did get  break from all my worries last weekend.  A friend of mine from church and I attended a ladies retreat.  It took place at a retreat center down by Nashville, Indiana.  It was sponsored by the church a good friend of my from high school attends.  There was a speaker, and other activities all with a great group of ladies.  The area down there is so beautiful and the retreat center is like going away to a nice hotel.  I am already looking forward to attending next year.



For now, one day at a time.