My faith got tested hard this week

4d ago1 min read

Found out Wednesday my job might be getting cut in the next round of layoffs. First thing I did was pray but honestly I was panicking too. Spent the night just talking to God about trusting him with our future when I have no idea what's coming. My kids asked why daddy looked sad at breakfast and I had to think about how to be honest without worrying them. Had a good conversation with my pastor yesterday. Just wanted to share that sometimes faith doesn't mean you're not scared, it means you're scared AND trusting anyway.

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DDerek P.Regular4d ago

Job stuff is scary when you've got kids depending on you. Been through a layoff before and came out okay on the other side. This is temporary, even though it doesn't feel that way right now.

MMike T.Regular4d ago

Man, that panic is totally normal. I've been there and the fact that you prayed first says a lot about where your heart is. Keep leaning on that faith and start putting out feelers for other opportunities - the waiting is the worst part.

BBrian M.New Dad3d ago

When stuff like this hits you either fold or you lean on what grounds you. Sounds like you know what grounds you which is honestly half the battle right there.

DDanny L.Regular3d ago

Layoff anxiety is its own special kind of stress. I went through that a few years back and it shook me harder than I expected. Turning to faith is solid but also start looking at your finances and maybe get your resume together just in case. The peace helps but prep helps too.

JJake M.New Dad3d ago

That's a heavy week man. The job insecurity on top of everything else is brutal. How are you holding up beyond the faith part? That stuff helps but the practical side gets real quick.