blessed be the name of the LORD!

Okay.. so, a lot has happened in the heiden home in the last couple of weeks. Many of you know that Matt took a huge leap of faith in January by giving his notice at the golf course where he had been securely employed for the past 5 years. The golf business isn't family friendly- us both knowing this the entire time he was there just thought that maybe somehow we could get adjusted to it since Matt loved that job so much. However, we decided to take the leap knowing that God had something better in store for us- something that would require less of Matt's time.

So, we went through the winter months with Matt being unemployed and with this economy, we all know how risky that was. However, we put our trust in God to provide... and He did! His first provision for us was when Matt got a full-time substitute teaching position with Anderson schools for a couple of months. He has his teaching license and was considered a "guest teacher." We were incredibly blessed with this opportunity even though it would end in June. The reassurance God gave us was awesome as He gave Matt his FIRST pay check the same day Matt would have received it if he were returning to the golf course. Whew... coincidence? I think not!

So, after his teaching position ended, he began the search for something permanent. Even though I believe Matt would be a wonderful teacher, Matt wanted a sales position- something where he could help people, develop relationships, and have a flexible schedule. Matt signed on with Farmers Insurance in July. He was happy (and a little scared at the same time) with this opportunity and his decision to sell insurance since he was going to be able to learn a lot. He received his licenses and certification and began selling. The sales were slow as there is a huge learning curve with insurance and we got frustrated at times; however, we wanted to push on.

A month later, Matt was recruited for another sales position selling insurance but turned down the position as it was too similiar to what he was currently doing. However, something sparked in Matt's mind to put his feelers in the market again just to see if there was something better out there- something salaried and a little more stable. He came across a position that looked perfect for him. Me, being the realist I am and over critical of about everything, thought this was too good to be true- millions will apply. Well, I was wrong. After 3 interviews and 5 very long weeks of waiting for answers, Matt secured his almost dream job. He starts Sept 14th, 2009 as the Territory Sales Manager for Dyson. He will visit stores everywhere from Indianapolis to Gary making product recommendations and training employees on how to use Dyson's latest and greatest products.

I can truly say that our time in this very deep valley of uncertainty and dependance from January 2009 to August 2009 was joyous. Even as we watched our savings account dwindle and had to turn down many opportunities because we couldn't afford them, we truly made the very best of our situation and it was a true delight to depend on our Provider each and every day. We know for a fact that God WILL take care of us no matter what. We feel humbled to have been put in this situation because we grew closer to our Father and to eachother. Thank you, Jesus for showing us that if we are faithful to you and your Word, you will provide. We've witnessed it first hand and are forever grateful.

(for those of you who so generously bought insurance from Matt and haven't been notified of this change, please do not be alarmed. Matt is going through the steps to see who will be taking over your account IF you want to stay with Farmers. If not, Matt will help get you transferred to somewhere else if you want his help. He will contact you each individually very soon. Thank you, friends for your support. We love you!)