Dark Before the Dawn

Hope deferred makes the heart sick;

but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life.

Proverbs 13:12

Tonight was the first night of our Financial GPS class. For the next six weeks, we will be meeting to learn how to practically master the resources God has given us. I am so excited to be a part of this group, and to have a chance to "resurrect out of" this dark place.

My outlook was challenged as I must begin to see myself as a student of wealth management, not merely economic survival.

We were warned of the attacks that would come as a result of our obedience to learn to be good stewards. Mine hit as soon as I got home.

Our first assignment is to make detailed lists of out assets and liabilities to determine our net worth. As we went over the list, I cringed at the limited assets I owned at 45 years old. (But as was stated by our instructor, it's never too late to start).

Tonight as I type this post, I face having my cell phone disconnected, my water turned off, and the car reposessed due to non-payment. It's like the walls are caving in. I must keep my eyes upward and refuse to focus on the trees, but bask in the Son that that has risen above, and that will cast His light on all darkness.

I love you God, and I put ALL my hope in you.