TRUSTING GOD IN THE TRANSITION

Life is full of transitions—some expected, some that catch us completely off guard. Whether good or bad, each season of change carries lessons we’re meant to carry forward. Right now, I find myself in the middle of a major transition, one that I believe many of you can relate to.

Employment in America—especially here in the DMV—has been… interesting, to say the least. Job security feels shaky in 2025, and the cost of living makes it tough to feel stable. For the past five years, I’ve juggled two full-time jobs, earned my PhD, and launched businesses. Some may say two full-time jobs is overdoing it, but if you live in this area, you understand: sometimes the only solution is to increase your income and manage it well.

But now, for the first time in years, I’ll be working just one job. One of my contracts ended, and while I was sad to see it go—it also reminded me of just how much God has kept me.

When that contract began, there were 26 of us. By the end, only 8 remained. I didn’t even know layoffs were happening until our PM told us to look at the small group left on the call. That was my reminder: God had been covering me all along. Even when I wasn’t paying attention, He was sustaining me.

Now, I’m stepping into new territory. Since becoming a mom, our household has always had three to four streams of income. This will be the first time we’re down to two. It feels unfamiliar, but I know the same God who carried me through silent layoffs will sustain me again.

Here’s the interesting part: my friends and family often say, “You know how to find a job.” And while that’s true, the job market looks different now. Remote roles are harder to come by, multiple jobs are frowned upon, and stability is rare. I’ll refresh my resume, of course, but I also sense God may be nudging me to create opportunities rather than just chase them.

Maybe this transition is freeing me up to do exactly what I’m doing now—sharing my story, encouraging others through their faith walk, and being more open than I’ve ever been before. I’ve always been private, so admitting publicly that my income has shifted feels vulnerable. But maybe my transparency is meant to help someone else.

And honestly, I feel peace about it.

This next chapter, I want to be smarter, more strategic, and more balanced. I don’t want to run myself ragged like before. I want to build something meaningful that aligns with my brand and keeps my family first.

Funny enough, I think God has already placed the seeds in my hands. Growing up, I loved crafting—scrapbooking, DIY projects, baking from scratch, and thrifting with my mom and best friend to refurbish home goods. (We knew the Goodwill sale schedule by heart!) Now, with a Cricut and heat press already at home, I decided on creating bookmarks and planners for Christian girlies like me.

Whatever happens—whether a new job, a business pivot, or both—I know this for certain: with God, I lack nothing. He is the ultimate sustainer, and He makes all things work together for His good.

Here’s what I hope you take away from my transition:

• Transitions are uncomfortable, but embrace them—they’re part of growth.

• Every season has lessons. Ask, “How can I carry this forward?”

• Your story isn’t just for you. Sharing it may help someone else.

• Before chasing something new, look at what you already have access to and build from there.

So here I am—leaning into change, trusting God, and believing that whatever’s next will not only make sense but also make cents.

God is gracious. And He is faithful. Always.