Testimony time: (some of you read this on FB, so no worries)
There is no way I can afford to live in my current apartment as of mid-May. My lease runs out and they are jacking up the price on me, so no more massive discounts. I currently pay $463/mo without utilities and that is AFTER a $200 discount for taking an 18 month lease. They are willing to renew my lease a $585/mo. Also they are requiring a one-year lease at said rip-off. I began to look for alternate housing - even considering buying an RV and just paying long-term parking costs at an RV park. Did I mention that my apartment complex has been bought by another company and they are taking over everything as of MAY 1st?
At church last night a lady came up to me and asked my name. She had only seen me a couple of times and didn't know my name. Being polite, I told her my name.She looked at my face and then this is what she said:"Nathan, we have a studio apartment, our current renter moved out three weeks ago and right after she moved out, God put your face in my mind and said 'He needs a place to stay, offer him your studio apartment.' So I told my husband 'I think God wants us to rent the studio to that young man at church.' He said that you were fine and probably didn't need it, but I said I would offer it to you the next time I saw it. Do you need a place to live?"
What could I answer but, "Yes."
She smiled and went on, "It isn't much but its good for a single guy out on his own. How does $400 a month sound to you? It includes all utilities and cable and it's a quiet neighborhood. Are you interested?"
Again, what could I answer but "Yes!"
She then said "We can be ready for you to move in May 1st."
So Sunday I am heading over to take a look at my new residence, pick up the keys, and get to know Rocco and Eleanor, my new landlords.
Three weeks ago is when I really started praying about a place to live. Three weeks ago their old renter decided that she needed something bigger. Wednesday morning is when I told God that I wasn't finding anything and I could not see how I could afford to stay here, but I also couldn't find a decent place elsewhere and that He would have to take care of the details for me. Wednesday night, I met Eleanor and Rocco and she offered me the apartment. The new apartment management takes over on the 1st of May and I can move out/in on the 1st of May.
Can you not see the hand of God in this? It is staggering to me! What a glorious blessing indeed!
Comments (3)
Wow! Wow! It's wonderful how God works! Glad to hear that man. He is FAITHFUL!
That is awesome! I'm happy for you!!! :)
So happy for you. . .