In 2008, a global market downturn and economic recession had widespread repercussions. The recession lasted for several years. However, I began to feel the effects of it in 2010. I didn’t have a regular 9 to 5 job. I was an investor! I had some investment income coming in, but suddenly, it stopped. At the time, I had about nine open credit cards and lines of credit. I didn’t realize my credit card debt had climbed to over $100,000. I ignored the rising balances and interest rates. I just made the minimum payments each month and kept it moving. But now that I no longer had income, I was forced to look at all my statements as they came in the mail. It was a complete shock to find myself in so much debt! I couldn’t believe that I allowed myself to get in that position. I was anxious and worried but knew I had to find a solution. So, I began to pray. 

“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand.” (Philippians 4:6-7)