I love my house. Seriously. It is perfect for our family. The upstairs has 3 bedrooms, a nice sized living room, a dining room and a breakfast area (that we use as our exclusive eating area) and a big kitchen. Our master bath won me over at first sight and I almost fainted when I saw the huge laundry room!
Then, down just one flight of stairs we have what our good friends have dubbed as "The Fellowship Hall." Our basement has a huge great room with a full kitchen plus another bedroom and full bathroom. Again, it is truly perfect for our family.
However, over the last several months, Luke and I have read stories, heard even more stories via skype and witnessed God doing powerful things through the ministry of our dear friends, Chris and Lindy. We've realized that although our house is wonderful we can live with less. Rather than being tied to our overbearing monthly mortgage we have felt convicted that we could indeed do more with our money than we are currently. That, if used for His glory, our income can make a huge impact on God's kingdom, starting with the destiny of our own family.
So, it is with all that said that we decided today to list our home for sale. It's bittersweet for me really. Although I know that this is a step of obedience that aligns with what God has been speaking to us about for months, I'm a little overwhelmed.
How will I manage keeping the house "show ready" and also continue with our daily life, which usually destroys our house by the hour?
If our house sells, how in the heck will we move all the things associated with 2 adults and 5 children? And where else can we find to put it?
Where will we go? Rent house? Buy another, less expensive house?
I don't know the answer to any of these questions (and a few more that I didn't share), but I know the One who does. So, once again, Luke and I are stepping out on faith. Praying that God will lead us and show us where He wants us to be. Knowing that living life in obedience to Him is of the utmost importance and ultimately brings the greatest blessings.
But, it's still bittersweet. Because truly I love my house, but I love my God so much more.
we did the exact same thing. built our dream house, then felt that we needed to do something better with our money, things more kingdom oriented. we sold our house within 48 hours of listing it, got more than we asked for -- so it was a confirmation for us. Then we found a house that is now much more perfect than our other house was. Our new house was built in the 60s and we have revamped almost the entire house. this house fits us... and we have more money to serve with! good luck to you as you follow His leading ;)
ReplyDeleteI love your house too, but am so excited to see how God is going to bless your obedience. You think this house is perfect, just imagine what the Perfect One has planned for you guys!
ReplyDeleteIf you need a place to bring your crew during showings, you are always welcome this way!
That is awesome.
ReplyDeleteThe Lord desires obedience more than sacrifice,although sometimes it seems like He desires BOTH!
He will bless this my friend. He WILL!
I've been wondering about this and keep forgetting to ask. So this post answered my question.
ReplyDeleteGod will work it all out and bless you in the process if it is His will for you to move. Can I pray that you move closer to us? ;-)
When we had our home listed for sale a little over a year ago, it was indeed tough trying to keep it "show ready" constantly.
ReplyDeleteI was a bit stressed with it, but it was nice to always have a clean home. It WAS nice to look around and have stuff in their spot for more than an hour.
My kids got into a good habit of putting things away or else mama wasn't a happy camper.
God will honor your obedience, though. Keep us posted on stuff.
God is moving in amazing ways right now, isn't he?
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see what the thing you want to "reveal" is. :-)