How can it be that one decision made seemingly set off an entire whirlwind of chaos? I've blogged about this before... knowing when things that happen are attacks from the enemy, if it's "just because we're human", if we're being "punished", or if God is trying to "send us a message". Is it possible that God would allow such chaos? Or did I make a poor choice....? Well... here's the break down of my week... maybe you'll have different thoughts than I did when you're done reading....
On Monday I made the decision to join my brother and sister-in-law on a business endeavor. I had talked with my brother at length about the business, about it's benefits. (I was already familiar with the company and the products!) I had also heard my brother talk about the difficulties they encountered once they signed up. He chalked it up to satan trying to get the best of him, so.... Monday after signing up and registering for my starter kit I was feeling excited and ready to start. I had several people interested in the company and products right away after a short post I placed on Facebook!
By Tuesday my world had changed pace and by Saturday I was irritated and asking God to PLEASE help me find the positives in the week!! From Tuesday to Saturday I had lost my debit card, been pulled over for having break lights out, was unable to purchase my products because by Tuesday night my card had been canceled, the people that were interested in the business decided they weren't any more, I had nights at work where behaviors on the unit caused me to be there till almost 2am, and Saturday morning found out that my starter kit had been delivered but apparently stolen, because I never received it. I couldn't believe it! Really? Stolen... ?? Well, by this time on Saturday when I found out the package was missing I had already gone through so many other emotions that when I got off the phone with FedEx I just shook my head and laughed. What else could I do??
So... in talking with my brother and my best friend, and praying... here are the things I walked away with.
1. My debit card was turned in. Although canceled, no one tried to steal any money from me!
2. There will be more opportunities to share the business with other people.
3. I didn't get a ticket for my break lights! Just a friendly warning from a very nice female officer! (That alone could have been worse with the "wrong" officer.)
4. I didn't get hurt in any of the behaviors at work. (I have coworkers who have received serious injuries)
5. I was able to replace my break lights myself!! Yes I'm handy like that!!
6. I had lots of support throughout the week, my brother called me and prayed with me, and of course being in church and around other believers always makes my spirit feel refreshed.
7. FedEx has been extremely helpful with all my inquiries and calls regarding my package!!
8. Wednesday, in the middle of all the craziness, we had an amazing youth service for my clients where I work! (And behaviors subsided throughout the week.)
When I look back a the week, it all seems a little silly... and there were definite blessings in the midst of it all. Was God trying to see if I would stay focused on Him? Quite possibly. Was the enemy trying to distract me from an opportunity that could revolutionize my life... ? Yeah most likely.
What I didn't share was this.... The business I'm getting involved in is called Advocare. A strong Christian company that has it's roots and values in the Lord. The conferences are full of testimonies and stories of people giving their lives to the Lord, and how God has changed them through the company.
So, here's the outcome of last week: I grew from it, I learned from it, and I walked away undefeated!!
I think that's a good thing...Right?!?!?!?!
Relieved, Loved, Thankful------That's how my week ended. (last week) **insert smile here**
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