It has been a challenging six previous weeks.   During previous months I felt that it was necessary for me to fulfill my calling as a missionary. 

After much thought, consideration, and prayer (of course) I asked for transfer within the nursing home.  I also asked if there was no position available I would put in my two-week notice.  I would later receive a call from nursing home that there was no position available at that time.  I was also told that the census of the nursing home was down and they accepted my termination immediately on the 16^th of July.  I felt that my hours would have changed if I decided to continue my employment.  I worked at the nursing home for almost five years.  I enjoyed interacting with the residents through many conversations.  I was unable to interact as much because my position was changed to evening shifts during the month of May.  I am thankful and blessed that God gave me the opportunity to work at the nursing home.

I have filled out numerous applications for employment which I felt that I had the required qualifications.  I will unable receive unemployment as I quit my employment.  I am looking for employment where I can touch individual lives for Jesus.  I have numerous traits which I feel could help within a team of people or as an assistant.  These traits include flexibility, acceptance of culture, non-complaining voice, organization, willingness to lend a helping hand, and humbleness. I am willing to go wherever God leads me.  I must fully trust that God will provide my need for employment.  I am unaware what the future may hold but hold true to the words of the 29^th chapter of Jeremiah that the Lord knows the plans He has in store for us.

 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.  Then you will call upon me and pray to me, and I will listen to you.  You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all of your heart.”  Jeremiah 29:11-13 (NIV)

I have good news as I have become involved with a nearby congregation.  During the previous three months I have attended First Christian Church in Washington, MO.   I have attended this church on a regular basis and I am considering become a member in upcoming months.

I ask that you continual keep me in prayer as God may provide in His time. 

I appreciate all of your prayers.  -- Chris