15 Truths God
Taught Me
When I Walked Away
from My Career
When I stepped away from nearly two decades of public service to focus on home and family, I had no idea how much God would teach me in the quiet, slow, unseen places. If you’re sensing that same nudge, I pray this list encourages your heart and confirms what’s possible on the other side of your yes.
What I Learned
1
My worth is not based on my accomplishments. God loves me for who I am, not what I produce.
2
I am replaceable at work—but never at home. My presence is irreplaceable in the hearts of my husband and children.
3
My education isn’t wasted—it’s being multiplied. What I learned in school and in my career now equips me to lead, teach, and serve my family with excellence.
4
My children deserve a present, emotionally available mom.Not just a busy, rushed, stressed one.
5
Children learn more from what they see than what they’re told.Living out my faith and values in front of them is the greatest legacy I can leave.
6
Home is a holy place. The mundane is sacred when it’s done with love and intention.
7
Slowing down revealed what truly matters. I discovered the beauty of margin, quiet mornings, and unhurried conversations.
8
Provision comes in unexpected ways. When God calls you to it, He provides for it—one step at a time.
9
Stewardship brings freedom. When I manage my time, money, and energy wisely, I can do more with less.
10
Being available is powerful. My presence opens the door for deeper relationships, spontaneous moments, and divine appointments.
11
It’s okay to rest. Rest is not laziness—it’s a spiritual act of trust.
12
Marriage grows when I’m not constantly rushing. My husband thrives when I’m peaceful, and our family rhythm feels more aligned.
13
Slowing down to tend to my children’s needs is not an inconvenience—it’s an opportunity to really see them, build long-lasting trust, and give them a beautiful foundation for life.
14
God didn’t just call me home—He invited me into a deeper partnership with Him. Leaving my job wasn’t just about motherhood; it was a spiritual invitation to walk closer with God, trust Him more fully, and redefine success by His standards, not the world’s.
15
The fruit of this decision won’t always be immediate—but it will be eternal. There are quiet days, hard days, and hidden days, but the seeds planted in love, presence, and faith will bear fruit in my children, my marriage, and my purpose for years to come.
When I stepped away from nearly two decades of public service to focus on home and family, I had no idea how much God would teach me in the quiet, slow, unseen places. If you’re sensing that same nudge, I pray this list encourages your heart and confirms what’s possible on the other side of your yes.
What I Learned
1
My worth is not based on my accomplishments. God loves me for who I am, not what I produce.
2
I am replaceable at work—but never at home. My presence is irreplaceable in the hearts of my husband and children.
3
My education isn’t wasted—it’s being multiplied. What I learned in school and in my career now equips me to lead, teach, and serve my family with excellence.
4
My children deserve a present, emotionally available mom.Not just a busy, rushed, stressed one.
5
Children learn more from what they see than what they’re told.Living out my faith and values in front of them is the greatest legacy I can leave.
6
Home is a holy place. The mundane is sacred when it’s done with love and intention.
7
Slowing down revealed what truly matters. I discovered the beauty of margin, quiet mornings, and unhurried conversations.
8
Provision comes in unexpected ways. When God calls you to it, He provides for it—one step at a time.
9
Stewardship brings freedom. When I manage my time, money, and energy wisely, I can do more with less.
10
Being available is powerful. My presence opens the door for deeper relationships, spontaneous moments, and divine appointments.
11
It’s okay to rest. Rest is not laziness—it’s a spiritual act of trust.
12
Marriage grows when I’m not constantly rushing. My husband thrives when I’m peaceful, and our family rhythm feels more aligned.
13
Slowing down to tend to my children’s needs is not an inconvenience—it’s an opportunity to really see them, build long-lasting trust, and give them a beautiful foundation for life.
14
God didn’t just call me home—He invited me into a deeper partnership with Him. Leaving my job wasn’t just about motherhood; it was a spiritual invitation to walk closer with God, trust Him more fully, and redefine success by His standards, not the world’s.
15
The fruit of this decision won’t always be immediate—but it will be eternal. There are quiet days, hard days, and hidden days, but the seeds planted in love, presence, and faith will bear fruit in my children, my marriage, and my purpose for years to come.
From my husband:
“Having Mom at home frees me up to focus on my work. I know the girls are safe, they’re together, and there’s flexibility. I no longer have to rush from meetings to school pickup—I know she’s there.”
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