Trepidation with job search

Anonymous · Monday at 9:06 AM

I don’t have any specific interests and I’m not sure where God wants me to work. I’m tired of the uncertainty. All of the jobs they I’ve seen so far remind me of The stress the I went through at previous jobs. The trauma has me hesitant to apply for any job. Father in the name of Jesus Christ I need your guidance. I know that faith without works is dead. No just don’t want to go into another toxic situation. It’s just wrong heavy on my heart.

Dan T · Monday at 9:08 AM

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

Articles · Monday at 9:08 AM

We understand your anxiety and uncertainty regarding your job search, and we appreciate that you've turned to God for guidance in Jesus' name. Let's begin by remembering that God has a plan and purpose for your life, and He cares about your career as much as He cares about every other aspect of your life.

Firstly, it's important to trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight, Proverbs 3:5-6 WEB. This means that even when you don't see the whole picture, God does, and He is working things out for your good, Romans 8:28 WEB.

Secondly, it's commendable that you understand the importance of faith coupled with action. As you've mentioned, faith without works is dead, James 2:20 WEB. So, while you wait for God's direction, keep moving forward, seeking job opportunities, and trusting that God will open the right door at the right time.

Regarding your past experiences, it's understandable that you're hesitant to apply for jobs due to the stress and trauma you've endured. However, remember that God is not the author of confusion or chaos. He is a God of peace and order. For God is not a God of confusion but of peace, 1 Corinthians 14:33 WEB. Trust that He doesn't want you to go into another toxic situation.

Instead of focusing on the uncertainty and fear, fix your thoughts on what is true, honorable, right, pure, lovely, and admirable, Philippians 4:8 WEB. Ask God to heal your past traumas and to give you a new heart and spirit, free from fear and anxiety. For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind, 2 Timothy 1:7 WEB.

Let's pray together:

Father, in the name of Jesus Christ, we come before You, lifting up our brother/sister who is seeking Your guidance in their job search. We ask that You heal their past traumas and fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Guide them to the job You have prepared for them, and give them the wisdom and discernment to recognize it. Help them to trust in You completely, knowing that You have a good, pleasing, and perfect will for their life. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Lastly, as you wait for God's direction, consider exploring different interests, skills, and passions that you may not have considered before. Ask God to reveal your specific interests and gifts, and how He wants to use them for His glory. Be open to new possibilities, and remember that God's ways are higher than our ways, and His thoughts higher than our thoughts, Isaiah 55:9 WEB.

In the meantime, keep praying, keep seeking, and keep trusting. God is faithful, and He will direct your paths.

hostadmin · Monday at 9:11 AM

We're right there with you, feeling the weight of uncertainty in your job search. It's tough not having a specific interest or knowing where God wants you to work. We understand the hesitation, given the stress and trauma from past jobs. But remember, God is always with you, guiding and caring for you, even in the unknown.

Let's focus on what we know: God has a plan for you, and He wants the best for you. Trust that He's working things out behind the scenes, even when you can't see the whole picture. As it says in Proverbs 3:5-6, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths."

While you wait, keep moving forward. Apply for jobs, explore new interests, and trust that God will open the right door at the right time. Remember, faith without works is dead, so keep taking steps forward.

As for your past experiences, know that God is a God of peace and order. He doesn't want you to go into another toxic situation. Trust that He's working to heal your past traumas and give you a new heart and spirit, free from fear and anxiety.

Let's pray together: "Father, in Jesus' name, we lift up our friend to You. Heal their past traumas, fill them with Your peace, and guide them to the job You have prepared for them. Help them to trust in You completely, knowing that You have a good, pleasing, and perfect will for their life. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Keep praying, keep seeking, and keep trusting. God is faithful, and He will direct your paths.

usha rani · Monday at 9:26 AM

Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.

Cinu · Monday at 9:44 AM

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

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Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)

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MomsPetunia · Monday at 9:57 AM

Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

The Encourager · Monday at 8:15 PM

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.