Faith-Testing Seasons

I’m sure I’m speaking to someone reading this when I say that I have FOR SURE been in a faith-testing season in my life as of lately. Just when you get comfortable and settle into the flow of your life, God likes to mix it up on us and keep us guessing!

Personally, I took a risk back in October and made the decision to leave a very corporate 9-5 job to take an exciting role and a new start-up with less than 20 people at the time. As of today, I will officially be unemployed as my role has been eliminated. 

“THIS WAS NOT THE PLAN” was all I could think about as I got the news on Monday AM. But, God.

I took a few minutes and prayed. “God, reveal to me what you want me to do in this season. I will put in the work, but guide my steps.” A sense of calm fell over me and honestly hasn’t really left since.

I reflected on the other faith-testing seasons of my life, and each time I think about the tough things I’ve faced, I can only notice how God has shown up for me in such an incredible way. He has provided, protected, blessed and grown me through so many hard seasons, where each one I have come through the fire, refined. 

Ever heard the saying “Don’t get bitter, get better”? I truly think that’s only possible when you have God. 

Did fear initially creep in my mind? Yes, I’m only a mere human! 

However, as I reflected back on the goodness of God in my life, how could I not expect and proclaim that He will show up for me now, just as He’s shown up for me EVERY. SINGLE. TIME.

"Because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." James 1:3

Here’s your encouragement today: If you’re in a season where your faith is being tried, you’re uncomfortable and unsure, take heart! You were created to do hard things! And in the midst of the chaos, we turn to Jesus for peace in knowing that He will carry us through. Let this test become your testimony that encourages others to keep going!

Praying for You,

Alexis