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When Three Jobs Just Aren't Enough

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CBN.com "If something was going to be shut off, that is what I would have to pay. If something else wasn't going to be shut off, I wouldn't pay it. But then the next month, it was going to be shut off. So that's the kind of life I was living."

Marlene Carter's life was a financial catastrophe. She worked three jobs and still couldn't pay the bills.

It was a juggling act.

Marlene began praying for a solution. She also started watching The 700 Club.

"A lot of times after my third job I would have to go grocery shopping late at night. And I'd have the television on in the kitchen and CBN was on. I was fascinated. I didn't know a lot of the concepts that [Pat] taught about."

One of these lessons was giving away 10 percent of your income.

"I remember thinking, 'Oh my, I work three jobs and I'm still juggling my bills. I don't see how I'd be able to come up with money to send in for a donation.' It seemed real foreign to me. But then I think the Lord was convicting me to try it."

Marlene gave to several ministries including $20 to CBN and, somehow, was able to make her money stretch.

"A lot of times on paper it didn't make sense. I heard people say that, but I can testify that it is the truth. Sometimes I'd say 'This doesn't add up,' but it's amazing how it happens."

Then Marlene increased her giving and a few months later she land a new job making more than all three of her previous jobs combined!

"I was really grateful. I was tremendously relieved."

And when Marlene increased her giving again, she got a promotion.

"He said test me on this and I will open the windows of heaven and He will pour out a blessing that we can not contain. And that is the truth."

God wants to bless you too, just as He has blessed Marlene. One way you can give to God’s work is through CBN. Not only will you reach thousands each day with a message of truth and hope through The 700 Club, you will also help feed and clothe children around the world, bring medical aid to those suffering and so much more. Please join with us today.

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Dory Nissen
Dory
Nissen

Dory Nissen has been story telling for CBN since 1993. She joined CBN when her husband received orders to Norfolk, VA. She loves sharing stories of God’s grace. Her most recent focus has been on producing stories showcasing how CBN financially helps military families. As a Navy sailor’s wife, she understands the challenges military life brings.