“Faithfully”

Dear Teacher,

Last year near this time, my family needed a lot.  Having gone from two incomes to one, financed a move and new residence, and transitioned to a new state, our budget was hurting.  Time and time again, God had come through for us in the previous months, so my faith was unwavering.  I had every confidence that He would give us what we were lacking.

A week before Christmas, my husband and I took inventory of resources.  Our fridge was looking bare and we were quickly eating through cupboard reserves.  Our tree was looking lonely, with only a couple of gifts sent from family members.  Our hearts were looking tired, with anxiety-ridden nights and put-on-a-brave-face days.  Yet, I had every confidence that God would give us what we were lacking.

On December 20th, I anxiously reached into the mailbox hoping for a miracle.  Casting aside the overdue bills and colorfully stamps Christmas letters, I scanned hopefully.  Nothing.  No checks from long-invoiced payments.  No gift money.  I returned home discouraged, but had every confidence that God would give us what we were lacking.  It was only when I reached cell phone reception that I saw the text:

"Hi family!  I know we haven't talked in a couple of years, but I was impressed to send you some Christmas money this year.  Please give me your Venmo account and I will send it right over.  Love, Aunt Cindy"

God had come through!

And you, teacher, there in your classroom, can have every confidence that God will give you what you are lacking this Christmas season.  You may not need a fridge full of groceries or Christmas gifts for your family.  Instead, have confidence that God will give you what your soul lacks in time, rest, and restoration. Maybe He'll bring you grace, flexibility, and self-forgiveness.  Quite possibly what you need is quiet, immune boosting, and self-care. Whatever you need this Christmas season, have confidence that God will come through!
 

Putting my confidence in Him,
Mindy
Christian Educator & School Counselor