Incredible Freedom!

Galations 5:1 says, "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by the yoke of slavery."

Ok... that sounds pretty basic. You're not a slave, right?

Well, I am.  Wait! Before you rush off to call the police to rescue me, let me explain.

I'm a slave to worry. On the outside I may appear calm, but worries swirl in my head more frequently than I'd like to admit.

Several months ago I opened an Etsy shop for my handmade jewelry. If you've read my "Causes" tab, you'll know that my goal is to raise awareness and money for Africa Water and Life. Since I opened the shop just before Christmas I was fortunate to receive quite a few immediate sales.  

Here comes the worry...

Lately, sales have slowed. In fact, I recently had an 8 day dry spell. I began to think of ways to boost my business... sales, advertisements, a newsletter. How could I handle this on top in addition to my teaching job... aaaahhhh, there's so much to do.  Worry crept into my little brain and said, "What if I don't sell anything?! "

Have you ever heard the phrase, "Let Go, and Let God"?  I heard it on my car radio Monday, and it struck me like a brick.  I didn't need to worry and stress.  Where's my trust in God gone?  

So, on Monday as I drove home I had a little chat with God. "Ok, God, if I'm supposed to have sales I will. I'll let go and see what you do."  A weight lifted from my shoulders, and I actually laughed out loud. 
 

THIS is the freedom God gives us. If we are listening to Him, things work out as they should, without us running in circles, striving, and worrying.  

It just so happens that sales were in God's plan for my little shop. I pulled into my driveway, set down my purse and turned on my computer, and (you guessed it!) there was a jewelry order in my inbox... and two the next day! 

Thanks for the reminder God.

Have you had any reminders from God lately?