Few things in life are certain, but as the saying goes — death and taxes make the short list. And while I prefer to focus on the eternal, that other one requires paperwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Carl and I just wrapped up our income tax prep, and let me tell you — it feels like we lost 10 pounds without dieting! While Carl, my easy-going husband, takes a \u201cno worries\u201d approach, I, on the other hand, was on a mission. Determined. Focused. Ready to get \u2018er done!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And we did. Well, mostly. Right up until my printer decided to take an untimely sabbatical. Suddenly, our smooth process turned into a waiting game with technology. Our printer guy came to the rescue — an hour and a half later. (It was at this point I reminded myself that the Lord is growing patience in me. I just wish it wouldn\u2019t require so many practice sessions!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The funny thing? We weren\u2019t actually in a rush. We\u2019re way ahead of the April 15th deadline. But there\u2019s something about unfinished tasks that weighs on the mind. And taxes? Oh, they know how to stir up some stress!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re staring down your tax forms like David facing Goliath, let me offer some encouragement:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
God gives peace, even when things feel overwhelming. \u201cCast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.\u201d (1 Peter 5:7)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He provides wisdom for every decision — even itemized deductions! \u201cIf any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously.\u201d (James 1:5)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
God is in control. Even of paperwork. \u201cTrust in the Lord with all your heart\u2026 and He will make your paths straight.\u201d (Proverbs 3:5-6)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s the truth: God\u2019s got this. The tax process, the deadlines, the printer mishaps, the math that doesn\u2019t make sense — it\u2019s all under His care. And when we hand over our worries (along with our W-2s), He replaces our stress with peace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, to my friends who are still staring at their tax forms with dread — take a deep breath. You\u2019ll get through this. And when you do? That sigh of relief will feel almost as good as taking off a pair of tight shoes after a long day!”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now, if only there were refunds on stress!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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