I need an unbiased Christian viewpoint

[tamanddave]

I hope this is the correct forum to post in.  I apologize in advance if this gets long winded.  Please bear with me though I really have to get this out, and I need help.

Over the last several weeks I have been at my lowest low.  I finally asked God for guidance and several things came to me the next day.  I wasn't looking for the answers they just popped into my mind that this is what I should do.

One of them was find a church home.  Which for the first time ever in my life I walked into a church alone.  I felt welcome and quite comfortable and in part his sermon was about being at your lowest low and while you are down in that valley the devil will keep whispering in your ear to keep you down, but if you just pray for guidance and ask for Gods hand he will help pull you out of that valley.  I believed from that point on that God has led me to that church for a reason.  I have not been able to make the last two Sundays since but I will be there this Sunday no doubt.

The second was about my work situation.  I have struggled for a long time about my job.  I am happy in what I do, but not with whom I am doing it!.  My husband has been deployed 3 times now, while the last two are of his own choosing the first one we thought he was going to Iraq.  I have had to miss alot of time because of that and because of chronic migraines.  I was struggling a few weeks ago about weather I should take off time to see him on Memorial Weekend and at the end of June because I am out of leave and some of that would require leave without pay.  It came to me that same day that I should ask off for both and if they don't accept it then I should quit.  

I have seen God work in my life in the past in similar situations and I truely feel that if I take a step out on faith that he will provide.  My husband, however, is not so certain of this.  We can financially afford for me to quit as we have worked quite hard to get out of debt, however, we want to buy a home and he is afraid that will be put off for a while if not forever.  I don't see it that way.  I totally see that somehow someway God will provide an answer for me.  

Now for my question.  I guess my biggest fear is that its not really God talking to me.  I THINK it is, but how do I know for sure.  I have been away from church for a long time, never totally away from God though.  Would in just one prayer I get such life changing events occuring?  I have been at such peace since I got these answers.  And sitting here now contemplating if I should give my notice tomorrow or not I am nervous but not afraid.  I can't explain my peace, but I know in my heart of hearts its the right thing.  I feel I need a change and I know if I don't just leap right out there then I will never get out of this job.  My husband is scared and does not have the same convictions about the power of prayer.  

Please give me any advice, I will appreciate it.  I am really confused and hoping I am hearing what I am supposed to be hearing not what I want to hear.  

[archangel]

Hi Tam.....It is obvious that you are trying to keep the door open so that God can give you the answers you are looking for.  These are tough decisions and affect both you and your husband.  When we take a leap of faith with God it is often very frightening, but like Peter, we have to get out of the boat if we want to walk on the water.  I don't know the answers but God does and He does have a plan for your life.  Go to your Bible and read James 1:5-8.  It is important to listen for His will in complete faith so that He can help you in this and every situation.  If you are in submission to God, Satan won't be able to fill you with self-doubt.  Encourage your husband to seek God's help as well in these matters so that you can work together in these matters.  I will be praying for you to receive the answers that you need.

[tamanddave]

Thanks, I have struggled tonight but I have decided I am making the right decision.  

When I get down, I put on gospel music, and tonight the first song was about putting your faith in God and never doubting when you do that.  I just started crying because I was trying to do that but was afraid to because I didn't feel the total support of my husband.

But I have talked to my husband many times tonight and he says he supports me 100%.  I am so much at peace, a peace I haven't felt for a LONG time.  I know this is the right decision.  So tomorrow I go to work and give my notice.  

Thanks for the kind words though when I needed it most.

[Aiki Storm]

I praise God that you seem to have found a church home!  1 John 4:1-6 tells us to test the Spirits to see if they come from God or not.  I know you are in a tough situation.  I would recommend constant prayer over the matter.  Stay close to Jesus and continue to pray and seek His wisdom.  We are told not to worry.  Easier said than done I know!  If you are really close to him He will light your paths.  I am praying for you and your family and your financial situation as well.

Mark 11:24-Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.
God bless

[Gracey]

But I have talked to my husband many times tonight and he says he supports me 100%.  I am so much at peace, a peace I haven't felt for a LONG time.  I know this is the right decision.  So tomorrow I go to work and give my notice.  

Well, you found it...."the peace that surpasses all understanding"... only God can provide it. That's how you know it's God!

[Heidi]

The best thing to do, tamanddave, is ask Jesus HIMSELF to reveal Himself to you. No one else, church or person can tell you if you know Christ or not, only Christ Himself. Tell Him you want to know Him and follow Him. Then read the GOSPEL first, so that you will know Jesus when he comes to you. Good luck and God bless.

[Willowbirch]

Hi Tam.....It is obvious that you are trying to keep the door open so that God can give you the answers you are looking for.  These are tough decisions and affect both you and your husband.  When we take a leap of faith with God it is often very frightening, but like Peter, we have to get out of the boat if we want to walk on the water.  I don't know the answers but God does and He does have a plan for your life.  Go to your Bible and read James 1:5-8.  It is important to listen for His will in complete faith so that He can help you in this and every situation.  If you are in submission to God, Satan won't be able to fill you with self-doubt.  Encourage your husband to seek God's help as well in these matters so that you can work together in these matters.  I will be praying for you to receive the answers that you need.

Amen!