In early 2014, I felt a desire in my heart to do something more meaningful in my life. Although I was doing well in the corporate world, I did not feel fulfilled.

I sought God for direction on what a meaningful job might be. I remember sharing this with my husband then and telling him not to worry, as I would not quit my job in 2014. If I did resign, it would be in 2015. As I started seeking God in 2014, I felt that that meaningful job was spending more time with my children, now aged three and five, which meant giving up my career.

Those who are close to me will know that I was the type who was more than happy to leave my children in the care of my mother and helper while I worked. I would also be glad to go back to work after a weekend with the kids. I also recall being bored stiff during my maternity leave and constantly checking my emails.

However, when 2015 approached, I felt a strong tugging in my heart that it was time to tender my resignation. But as much as I wanted to spend more time with the children and quit the corporate world, I was worried about our family’s finances as we were very comfortable with two incomes. We deliberated if we should keep our helper or send her back home. I also wondered if I should find freelance work to earn my own pocket money so I did not have to depend on my husband. I even thought about how my boss would react toward my resignation. I was literally meditating on my fears and worries!

During the course of seeking God, I was listening to numerous sermons by Pastor Prince. Something he said stuck in my mind. As I was praying and committing my worries to the Lord, I felt the Holy Spirit telling me that God can supply ALL my needs according to His riches in glory. I did not have to worry about whether my husband could support me and the family. It is God that I should look to. And if God can supply all my needs according to his riches in glory, there is nothing for me to fear. After all, God is my ultimate provider.

I submitted my personal financial commitments to God and told Him that I would trust Him to provide. He would need to bless me with a flexible or part-time job that would allow me to earn my own keep and at the same time be around for my children.

With newfound boldness and courage, I spoke to my boss about my intention to resign. I prayed that she would accept it with grace and understanding, and God made that happen. Two weeks later, I was asked to stay on as a contractor in the company to help complete an assignment. I agreed because it gave me the flexibility I wanted as well as some income. I felt it was already God’s blessing for me to enjoy the best of both worlds.

Then, two weeks later, I was asked to retract my resignation as the company decided to retain me as a permanent part-time employee instead of as a contractor. This meant that I would benefit from pro-rated bonuses, annual vacation leave, and the company’s flexible benefits. I would also be covered by full medical, dental, and health insurance, all of which I did not have as a temporary contractor! Hallelujah!

My God is indeed a great and mighty God. My pro-rated income as a permanent part-time employee provides me with more than enough to meet my personal financial commitments. Not only that, I have the flexibility to work solely from home and during the specific hours when both children are in kindergarten.

I believe 2015 is indeed a year of restoration for me, where God wants to restore the years that I’ve missed out with my children. All glory to my great and mighty LORD, Jesus!