Surviving A Job Loss Series : Our Response As A Wife & Christian

Getting the news that you have been let go can give you the feeling of being punched in the stomach, especially if it is out of the blue and unexpected.  The first time my husband lost his job I remember asking God WHY?!  God showed us He is in control and has better plans for our family.

One of the great things we as Christians can have in this kind of situation is Peace.

Peace knowing..... 

God is in control.  God is for us.

   Jeremiah 29:11 - For I know the thoughts that I think towards you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.

  

   Proverbs 16:9 -A man's heart plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps. 

   Romans 8:28 - And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.

Even in the valley, God is Good

He will provide.  He cares & loves us.

 
   Philippians 4:19 - And my God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

   Matthew 6: 31-32 - (Jesus speaking)  Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?
(For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things

  1 Peter 1:7 - Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

                                                                                                                                                                    

Your response as a wife.

• Be an encourager.  A husband who has lost his job does not feel like a gallant soldier, he is at his lowest point.  There may be feelings of bitterness, worry, depression, insecurity, and/or stress. Encourage your husband with positive words.                                                                                You may be feeling some of those feelings, too, but remember God is in control.  

• Make the atmosphere around the house a pleasant. Time of unemployment can bring about stress in a household.  Do your best to have a have a positive attitude.  Be honest with your children about the job situation, but make sure to discuss major issues (ie...money, bills, worry..) away from them.  There is no need for the kids to be upset and worried.

• Pray for your husband.  What a great gift we have as Christians to have a loving, powerful, all knowing Heavenly Father who is there for us.
  What you might pray for:
  Patience
  Strength/energy
  Job Opportunities
  Wisdom
  Finances
  Any fears he has in learning a new job
  Attitudes
  Priorities

Going through a time of unemployment can bring so many emotions.  Know that God cares for you and loves you.  You are going through this because He has a better plan for you.  We may not think that or even comprehend that, but our thoughts are not his.....He knows the ultimate outcome and it will be for His glory.  Looking back, you will see the how wonderful God's plan has worked out and rejoice and praise Him for the bummer time of being unemployed. 
Look to Him, take comfort in His word.

In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

Proverbs 3:6