IM MOVING TO CALIFORNIA

The idea first popped into my head around September of 2023. I felt a calling; led by God to go but I’ve been battling with myself on the decision ever since. My entire life is in Ohio. My husband, my friends, my family, my job. Everything I’ve ever know is in this state, the heart of the country, my heart. I’ve never been away for longer than a weekend.

While trying to decide what to do I very quickly realized that if I moved to Cali, I needed to go alone. I need to find myself, gain independence, grow closer to God. All on my own. I present this idea to my husband and although he was very hurt, he quickly understood that this was something I HAVE to do. I couldn’t and still cannot explain it. I just HAVE to.

I’ve been praying for months and still did not have a solid answer or a solid plan. So yesterday I fasted and prayed, I prayed harder than I ever have and I asked God for 2 things. 1. If this new chapter is from Him, I needed my plans solidified that night. And 2. I needed enough money in my paycheck to purchase the ticket.

In the middle of worship at church, we were singing Meecy of God by The Belonging Co and I felt a great sense of serenity surrounding the situation and I heard/felt God say “Go, it’s okay to let go and go” when I got home that night I checked my bank and I had enough money to buy the ticket. I then checked on my plans for California and they were solidified. That was exactly the things I had asked God for and I booked my ticket instantly!

I just didn’t realize how much I would miss the place I always hated to call home. Every car ride, every conversation, every sunset/sunrise, every moment, hits a little harder knowing I’m leaving the place and the people who made me the person I am. I will miss the beautiful Ohio skies, the fields, the weather. Ohio will forever be my home, but it’s not good for me anymore.

I put my full faith and trust in God. And I know he will guide me and never steer me wrong. I pray I have the strength to stay on His path. I cannot wait to see what he has in store.