It has been a while, and even though I've had lots to blog about, I just haven't made the time to sit down and do it. Today, I'm making the time.
A few days ago, I found a bedroom set on craigslist and just knew that we needed it. It was two twin sized beds (with frames, headboards, and mattress sets), a dreser with mirror, and a night stand. The price was absolutely unbeatable. I talked it over with hubby and we decided to go ahead and buy it. I was sooo excited. Hubs was a little less than thrilled. Even though this was a good deal and sure, we would need the beds and they would come in handy for us as the boys get bigger and for guests, he wasn't too sure it was the BEST thing to spend our money on. However, he said sure, lets get it. After we were done talking, I prayed and asked God that if it was in His will and we were being good stewards of our (ultimately His) money that it would all work out, and if it was not in his will, then have it not work out. Well, I showed up at this estate sale (where the bedroom set was being sold) and it was raining. I had both the boys with me and although it wasn't pouring rain, I didn't want to stand outside and wait for the sale to officially open. So, we sat in the car and waited. And I watched as people got out of their cars and started lining up in front of this house. I knew at that point that I probably wasn't going to get the bedroom set. But, I still waited and hoped. Once they opened their door, I hurried and got the boys out and almost ran in the house (not because of the rain, but beacuse I wanted that bedroom set so badly). As soon as I walked in I asked where the set was and the lady walked me down the hallway (right behind another couple). They stopped at the set and were looking at it and said that they wanted it. They were there first and so, rightfully, they got to purchase it. I smiled at the nice couple and the lady and walked out.
Not being able to buy that bedroom set really did upset me, but in my heart I could hear God telling me that He had answered my prayer. I KNEW that God didn't think we needed that set and that we could better spend that money elsewhere. Even though I didn't like God's answer, I know that it was for the best. I thank God that He listens to and answers my prayers. And just like I know that my kids don't always like the decisions I make for them, I know they are in their best interest - I know that God's decision was in our best interest.
For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you
and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11
Thank you God, for the mighty plans that you have for me and my family!
