Anchored by Faith

In the midst of a world paralyzed by a global pandemic and economic uncertainty, I found myself nearing the end of my contract. The thought of facing unemployment weighed heavy on my heart. But amid the chaos, a glimmer of hope emerged.

Against all odds, I secured a remarkable job opportunity—a senior global role that allowed me to work remotely. The process was not without its challenges.

After enduring four rigorous interviews, I was elated to be offered the position. However, my joy was quickly dampened by a sudden realization.

My passport, essential for onboarding and compliance purposes, had expired. Due to the pandemic, the passport renewal process was plagued with long waiting times and uncertainty. Fear crept in as doubts swirled in my mind.

How could I navigate this roadblock? In moments like these, unwavering faith becomes my anchor. I turned to prayer—my default response in times of trouble. I fervently prayed, reminding myself that God had granted me this opportunity and would not abandon me now. I cried out, “You have brought me this far, and I know You will make a way.” As the days ticked by, my worries grew. The Friday before my scheduled start date, just when my desperation peaked, an email arrived. It was from the company, informing me that they had the technology to verify my status and gather the required information remotely. A wave of relief washed over me, and tears of gratitude streamed down my face. At that moment, I could not help but marvel at the wonders of God’s provision. Time and time again, He had shown His unwavering love and faithfulness. He not only blessed me with an incredible job opportunity during uncertain times but also orchestrated a solution to my passport dilemma. I was reminded of the promise, “If God is for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31, NIV). Truly, nothing can stand against His plans for our lives. In the face of adversity and seemingly insurmountable obstacles, He will make a way where there seems to be no way. There is no challenge too great and no hurdle too high.

His love and guidance will carry us through! We can trust Him!

Sharon Hudson Iyayi