Prayer Request

I took a risk last week. A risk that could turn in to something wonderful, but will also require some sacrifice. I applied for a job on the East Coast. There is only one other time in my life that I applied for a job without knowing someone doing the hiring, the first time was in the move to Kansas. Usually my jobs come with a strong recommendation from someone connected to the job opportunity - it's a great way to actually get quality employment. I've always bought in to the "it's not what you know, but who you know philosophy."

One of my favorite leadership books (Courageous Leadership by Bill Hybels) devotes a whole chapter to risk taking. He talks a lot about the necessity or taking risks to be a cutting edge leader, but how the risks we take should be calculated. I would consider this a calculated risk. This job is the kind of job I was hoping for upon graduation - it is just available a little sooner than expected. I had one of my references read the position description and she said, "this isn't a job description it is more like your personal motto." That's what I thought - which is why I applied.

Please be praying for clarity in this decision. This job will be a huge change, not just for me, but for Kenyon too. He's never lived outside the Kansas City area. He says he wants to, but I know the challenges of leaving the comforts of home. This job will also require me to travel, much of it internationally. I hope Kenyon can join me often, but it is unlikely he can join me for every trip.

Also, please pray about the time line. I start classes around the 20th of August. It would be best if I knew what was happening before that date. If this isn't the right opportunity, pray that God will lead me to the opportunity he has for me.