my gift from Jesus

 Since the time God called me to quit my job and work for Him alone, He has been ‘training’ me in this new position.  Initially He was teaching me the truth of Mathew 7:8 “Everyone who asks, receives.” He was training me in being bold in asking or making the need known and watching Him meet it through other people.  For the last few months though, He has been teaching me another truth: "make your wants known to God" and watch HIM answer.  (Philippians 4:6AMP)

As I am sensing that the season is changing in my life and I am going to be DOING ministry again I began to pray for an upgrade in my computer.  The previous one that I had, was a miracle in itself.  It was given to me, from the Lord through someone almost 3 years ago, and has served incredibly well.  But it is a bit slow, and needs upgrades and virus protection installed among other things.  Since I am not techy at all, I have had several friends who have been trying to convert me to a MAC for a while.  So I finally agreed.  I began to pray about it.  Wasn’t sure what I was to do, and was contemplating posting on facebook the fact that I need a new computer and asking people to pitch in for it.  God has taught me to ASK, so I was going to do it.  But since I am learning this NEW lesson of ASKING JESUS ONLY, I was reluctant.  I decided to not tell anyone, and ask Jesus alone! 

I surrendered and said that since I work for Him, and He is my Employer, I choose to be satisfied with the computer I have.  But that if He chooses to, I would LOOOOOVE to have an upgrade.  A MacBook Air 11 inch (easy to fit in my purse for all my travels).  But that would have to be a miracle, like someone handing me the laptop, or giving me a check for $1000.

Laying it in His hands gave me peace.  Choosing to be content with what I have also gave me peace!

THE NEXT MORNING, I was meeting with people I haven’t seen in a long time.  All of a sudden, I get handed an envelope… with a CHECK for $1000.  I got tears in my eyes, realizing that Jesus is giving me a new computer, THE NEXT DAY after my request! THAT is a MIRACLE!

In a couple of days, God provided an opportunity to purchase a computer from a friend.  So I have the computer I wanted, without paying taxes, and warranty for 3 years included.  Only Like God, to EXCEED my expectations in His faithfulness. 

He is Beyond Good!

Rejoice with me!!!!

As this is a confirmation from Him that my season of rest is ending, and I am ‘back in business.’

Back in His business!