We run a restaurant in Germany. During our work, Jesus has made a powerful confession to us several times. In this experience, I describe how important it is to have a relationship with Jesus and to be in a living community where Jesus manifests his power. Jesus naturally takes care of everything necessary for our lives if we trust him and surrender the situations we experience to him. It is natural that when we are close to the fire, we feel warm. Therefore, it is natural that when we are with God, he can protect and bless us much more.
During a conversation, an acquaintance asked me if we had a restaurant open in August and if we had a vacation. She said that in August, it would be appropriate to be closed as part of a gastro operation. Because sales tend to be very low, it is not possible to cover all operating costs and expenses. I started to worry and wonder if we should really be open and if it would not be better to close and go on vacation.
The leader of our prayer group, Stano, as a servant of God, is able to receive God’s answers in prayer. Years ago, he accepted God’s guidance and allowed God to fully manifest Himself through him through service and helping people. He has given me good advice several times, which is why I turned to him again now. I asked him to pray for this situation and to see in prayer whether it would be appropriate to close the restaurant.
Stano encouraged me to follow Jesus, to focus my attention and mind on Him, and not to be distracted by the pressure from the environment. I did as he advised me, and he prayed for our situation. I consciously spent time with Jesus in prayer, in spiritual fellowship, and I invited Him into everyday situations.
The time and attention I gave to Jesus brought results. Since I consciously spent my days in God’s presence, I allowed God to bless me. The whole of August was full of work!
Financially, it was even THE BEST MONTH OF THE WHOLE YEAR since opening!
It is good to focus our minds 100% on Jesus, who then naturally meets our needs.
“But we have the mind of Christ.” (1 Corinthians 2:16 – Bible)
“But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” (Matthew 6:33 – Bible)
“Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink; nor about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing?” (Matthew 6:25 – Bible)
We thank Jesus for blessing us: we are healthy, and He cares for our work, relationships, and everything else.
Noemi (October 2023)
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