Trusting God When It Doesn't Make Sense To The World

Almost three years ago, my baby boy was born, and before he was born, my husband and I already knew that what God wanted for our family was for me to stay home full-time. This was not an easy decision due to the amount of income we would be losing. We had peace about this, though, and not only that, but we preferred that I be home too for various reasons. I now work part-time during the school year, but only two days a week. Other than that, I do various jobs and projects throughout the year to make extra income for my family.

In addition to this, we now have a little girl on the way, and while we are beyond excited and so grateful for her, to the world around us, it doesn't quite make sense why we would even have another kid right now, because of our living conditions and our mostly one-income home. I have had people walk into my home, believing that they had the right to tell me that I was being lazy for my decision or that I was selfish for making my husband do all the work for us. Even though the stay-at-home mom lifestyle is slowly becoming more popular again, there is still a great number of people in this world who think it's foolish, selfish, and illogical to live life this way.

Now here's what God tells me and my husband. "KC and Sarah, Sarah needs to stay home, be with, and raise your kids all the time. She needs to be completely selfless, giving up most if not all of her time for the well-being of her kids and spouse. It's not time to move out of your two-bedroom apartment. It is time for you to have another little one running around, and I am and will provide in every way you need me to. The world may not understand, but my opinion matters the most. Souls will be reached through your obedience to me. Trust me." Now, before I move on, I want to say one thing. I am not saying that every single mom should be home full time. We live in a world where there are absolutely times when moms need to be in the workforce. I am also not insinuating that moms who have working husbands should stay home full time or even part-time. If I were to say those things, then I would also be saying that I am God. Only God can say what's best for our lives and the lives of our spouses and kids. Okay, now that that disclaimer is out of the way, let me get to the point here. One of the most difficult things to do is to live a life that is the complete opposite of how the world says to live. Being a Christian is so hard. You feel alone sometimes. You may even question your actions and question God. I know I have. I have given God my wish lists, and He has reminded me time and time again that He knows best. What's best will glorify Him, reach souls for the kingdom, and bring me the most peace.

If you are struggling with persecution for the way you are living or if you are simply insecure of what people may think about you, remember that at the end of this life, God is the one there saying good job, not these people. Remember that you WILL NOT have peace and joy if you live in a way that doesn't glorify Him. You may seem foolish and silly to others, but not to the One who matters the most. Keep running the race. I'll be running it with you.

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