The Immediate Answer

The thought of moving to Florida was so exciting.

After living and working in New York City for more than twenty years, I felt it was time for a change of pace. My two brothers live and work in Florida, which was an incentive for me to do the same. Finally, the day of my departure from New York City had arrived. After a thorough check to make sure that I had all I needed to travel, I headed to John F. Kennedy International Airport. I had some mixed emotions over leaving behind loved ones, longtime friends, and my beloved church family. The flight to Orlando was pleasant.

Upon my arrival, a family friend met me and took me to my place of residence. However, it was not long before I began to question my decision to relocate.

Did I make the right choice to spend the rest of my life here? Will I get a job soon? Will I find a church where I will feel at home? The first few months of living in Florida were disappointing and stressful. I was not able to get a job as soon as I thought, and my finances were fast becoming nonexistent. One day I was at my wit’s end: the rent was due, and I did not have enough money to pay it. Then I remembered the promise of my heavenly Father: “And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:19, NKJV). Beside my bed, I fell on my knees, pouring out my heart to my heavenly Father.

While in prayer, my phone began to ring. Finally, I decided to answer it. On the line was a friend I knew from my days as a student in college.

She had relocated to Florida years before I did.

What she said astounded me. “I have been impressed to bring you some money.” She had no prior knowledge of my current dilemma! The amount she gave me was exactly what I needed! I paid my rent that very day with much rejoicing. Before I even prayed, my heavenly Father had already set the wheels in motion to help me. While I was still on my knees, He had heard my plea for help and come to my rescue. No matter how impossible things may appear for you right now, our heavenly Father is willing and able to hear His children’s cries for help.

Trust Him. He is just a prayer away.

Merita E. Joseph-Lewis