Psalm 55:1 (the Message)
“Open your ears, God, to my prayer; don’t pretend you don’t hear me knocking. Come close and whisper your answer. I really need you.”
It happened so suddenly and without any warning. My husband came home and told us that he lost his job. We had two teenagers and a typical suburban lifestyle: house, mortgage, cars, jobs, sports, and church. The company car disappeared with the job. We could handle everything but the mortgage on my paycheck.
Our family talked about what might happen next: selling our home, renting an apartment; no money for school or “extras;” supporting Dad in his job search; and staying involved in church. We held fast to God’s promise to care for us; that He is with us throughout our lives, no matter what happens. Our church family surrounded us with loving care as we struggled. We had choices to make but we had a Lord who blessed us through our church.
Loving God, help us to put our trust in you and to know that you are “in charge,” that you are always there when we need you. Help us to love and serve you each day regardless of what may be happening to us in our world. Amen.
Louise Swain
