The scripture above keeps coming to the forefront of my mind as Josh and I are back to looking for a home. The home we had under contract fell through one week before we were set to close. So, 2 contracts and 4 offers later, we're back to house-hunting. Next time, I'll wait until we actually close on a house before I blog about it:) The main blessing I see in all this is that the couple who bought our house has an apartment leased through July. So, we are able to back from them while we continue our search.
Josh and I have definitely been stretched in this process, but I am reminded that God always provides for our needs.. I do know we will never be without somewhere to live - we can always move in with our parents if it goes that far. Hopefully Sarah Jane will have a bedroom before she turns one-year-old. I'm also reminded that I can never place my hope nor my joy in temporary things such as a house. I've decorated 2 homes in my head only to have those taken away - I've felt crushed, angry, and a bit anxious at times. But, God's word says "do not worry about tomorrow" instead "seek first his kingdom." So, I'm clinging to our God Eternal.
Josh and I have definitely been stretched in this process, but I am reminded that God always provides for our needs.. I do know we will never be without somewhere to live - we can always move in with our parents if it goes that far. Hopefully Sarah Jane will have a bedroom before she turns one-year-old. I'm also reminded that I can never place my hope nor my joy in temporary things such as a house. I've decorated 2 homes in my head only to have those taken away - I've felt crushed, angry, and a bit anxious at times. But, God's word says "do not worry about tomorrow" instead "seek first his kingdom." So, I'm clinging to our God Eternal.
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God." Phil 3:6
6 comments:
sorry homegirl:( I know how you feel in that same process. But I do know that the Lord must have one amazing house that you will call home in the near future. So excited to see what the Lord has in store.
Josh told us about the house situation on Sunday. I'm so sorry to hear about that! Buying a new house should be exciting and joyful yet it can be the biggest thorn in your side. We are definitely praying for you guys and hope that the Lord will open the perfect door for ya'll soon!!!
Wow, what a pain. That's so difficult with houses because you begin to identify yourself with your house and if it gets taken away it's almost like losing a piece of you.
I'm sorry you guys are having to start over again. I'd offer to sell you our house, but we've already got it under a lease contract until next year :)
Sorry to hear about that...will be praying that you find something amazing soon and that all the waiting will be just a memory as you move on to what God has planned!
Oh Jenny - what a tough time and how disappointing this must feel at times. Shopping for houses sounds so fun - but the reality is that it can be pretty hard and time consuming. We'll be praying for y'all!!
Jenny, please don't hesitate to bring those sweet kiddos by while you and Josh house hunt! We would love it anytime! Bring them over anyway, even if you're not house hunting;)
I know how up and down it is. Just know that it will happen. Maybe you're supposed to move closer to us;) jk.
Love ya'll!
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