Dealing with the Stress of Financial Downfall

Recently I spoke with a client who asked me how I looked at God in his financial struggle. I asked him to help me better understand his question. What he really wanted to know was "where is God?" Have you ever felt like you did all that you should, prayed, went to church, did the "right" things and you are still having some issue in your life that seems to swallow you alive? You don't understand how God could let this happen to you? You are praying for God to help but nothing seems to change?

Well, I am not a pastor and I don't have all the answers. I have looked this question over for years. I have talked to so many people. I have read any book I could find. Recently we had a sermon series on the book THE SHACK. It dealt with these same issues and questions. Great book if you have not read it.

After all the "research" I have done on the subject I only know three things for sure-- God loves us. God is with us. God will bring good out of what is happening in your life.

I do know how devastating it is to feel like you are going to lose everything. I do know that for some people, bankruptcy is a great option. I know that things like draining your 401K is NOT the answer for 99% of the people. I do know that loan modifications are possible but are a nightmare if you do not have some help.

So regardless of the cause of your situation, I know that there IS a solution. If you want to talk about a way back to financial freedom and how you can get a fresh start, my initial consultation is free. Take the first step and let me see how I can help you.

Don't forget to keep praying even if it seems like there is not an answer coming any time soon. Remember that we have not because we ask not. You will find an answer.

For those of you who are struggling, let me give you one other piece of advice-- give to others. Whether it is a thoughtful comment, a compliment, a helping hand with your elderly neighbors yard or a single mom who needs some help-- whatever you can do. Helping others will help your feeling of adequacy and worth. Sitting at home worrying does not really help you. Do whatever you can, whenever you can for whomever you can.