Today marks the beginning of the third week our old house has been on the market.

Real estate agents really like the “move out first, sell later” strategy since it allows a thorough cleaning and “staging.” It’s also easier on the homeowner not to have to leave the house every time there’s a showing.

In my case, the downside is the bridge loan I took out to buy the house we’re in now. Everything has gone smoothly so far. We just need to finish the process by selling the old house.

I’m asking God for:

• The right people – good neighbors to my former neighbors
• The right price
• The right time – sooner rather than later would be good

To put it even more succinctly: right people, right price, right NOW!

When tempted to be afraid – what if it doesn’t sell? – I remind myself:

He will have no fear of bad news. His heart is steadfast, trusting in the Lord. His heart is secure, he will have no fear. (Psalm 112.7, 8, NIV84)

My house sale is not the most important thing in the world, but it is important to me. Therefore, I follow Paul’s instruction:

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4.6, 7, NIV)

From of old no one has heard or perceived by the ear, no eye has seen a God besides you, who acts for those who wait for him. (Isaiah 64.4, ESV)