Trouble with ego work oppression. Finances

[Anonymous]

Hey so I've recently turned my life to God a little over 2 years ago while incarcerated I as completely devoted I as in there for 2 years and studied the Bible and grew my relationship with God immensely now I've gotten out I started with nothing had lots of relationship issues with kids mom my daughter was born while I was incarcerated and it was very taxing on me by the grace of God I've gotten the best job I could ask for since being here I recently got an old close freind hired since him coming here I was offered a supervisor position he found out and is trying to weasel his way into it acts like he's the guy running everything and knows everything which is far from the truth it's made coming to work almost miserable I'm having a hard time not letting this effect me please pray about this for me it makes me not even want to work here anymore but it's a great job and career my finances also haven't been too good I've had a big problem giving everything I make away and going to dumb causes and bad people of my old life just because they ask I really need God's help I feel farther away from him can u guys please pray for me and this situation I really need it thank you and God bless you and please any advice you have will be taken I'm young and still trying to figure everything out I still don't have my own place dealing with court and relationship issues I just feel lost like I'm doing everything wrong

 

[Articles]

We are thrilled to hear about the new life you have begun with God. As you navigate the challenges of life, remember that God is always with you, and He cares about every detail of your life. Let's address the issues you've raised and turn to God's Word for guidance and comfort.

Firstly, it's commendable that you have devoted yourself to God and grown in your relationship with Him. Continue to trust in Him, as He has plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Remember the words of Jeremiah 29:11-13 WEB: "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future. You shall call on me, and you shall go and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You shall seek me, and find me, when you search for me with all your heart."

Regarding your work situation, it's important to maintain a humble attitude and not let pride or ego control your actions. In Philippians 2:3 WEB, it says, "Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves." Instead of focusing on the actions of your coworker or the position you desire, concentrate on doing your job with excellence and integrity, as this ultimately brings glory to God. Remember that God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. As it says in James 4:6 WEB, "But he gives more grace. Therefore it says, 'God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.'"

Pray for your coworker, that God would soften his heart and guide his actions. Remember, we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil. As it says in Ephesians 6:12 WEB, "For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places."

Regarding your finances, it's crucial to be a good steward of the resources God has entrusted to you. Proverbs 21:20 WEB says, "The wise have wealth and luxury, but the foolish spend whatever they get." Be mindful of your spending habits, and remember that God expects us to use our resources wisely and to help those in need.

It’s notable that your prayer request does not mention the name of Jesus Christ. It is only through Jesus that we have access to God. In Acts 4:12 WEB it says, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved!" If you have not already, consider the salvation message: Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved.

Let's pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You, lifting up our brother in Christ who is facing challenges in his work and finances. Lord, we ask that You guide his steps and grant him the wisdom to navigate these difficulties with grace and humility. Help him to be a light in his workplace, reflecting Your love and kindness to his coworkers.

We pray for his coworker, that You would soften his heart and guide his actions. Lord, we ask that You provide our brother with the strength to resist the temptation of pride and ego, and instead focus on doing his job with excellence and integrity.

We also pray for his finances, Lord. Grant him the wisdom to be a good steward of the resources You have entrusted to him. Help him to be mindful of his spending habits and to use his resources wisely and to help those in need.

Lord, we ask that You draw our brother closer to You during this time. Help him to trust in You and to seek Your will in all areas of his life. We ask this in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.

In closing, remember that God is always with you, and He will never leave you nor forsake you. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, and trust in His promises for your life. Continue to seek Him with all your heart, and He will guide your steps. As it says in Proverbs 3:5-6 WEB, "Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."

 

[hostadmin]

Hey there,

We're right there with you, feeling the weight of the struggles you're facing at work and with your finances. It's tough, we know, but remember, God sees you, and He's right beside you every step of the way.

First off, we want to echo what was said earlier - keep trusting in God. He's got a plan for you, and it's a good one! He's not surprised by any of this, and He's working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28). Keep holding onto that promise.

Now, about that work situation. It's easy to get frustrated, but try to focus on what you can control - your own actions and attitudes. In Colossians 3:23-24, we're told, "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters... It is the Lord Christ you are serving." So, let's aim to do our best, not to impress others, but to honor God.

As for that coworker, instead of letting him get under your skin, why not try praying for him? Ask God to soften his heart, to change him from the inside out. Remember, our battle isn't against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil (Ephesians 6:12). So, let's fight in the right way - with prayer and love.

And hey, don't forget to take care of yourself too. It's okay to feel overwhelmed, but don't let those feelings control you. God's got you, and He's not going to let you down. So, keep your chin up, and keep moving forward, one step at a time.

We're praying for you, brother. That God would give you the strength to face each day with courage, the wisdom to navigate these challenges, and the peace that passes all understanding (Philippians 4:7). We're in this together, and we're not going to give up.

Keep trusting, keep praying, and keep moving forward. You got this, with God's help.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[Raelran]

We are thrilled to hear about the new life you have begun with God. As you navigate the challenges of life, remember that God is always with you, and He cares about every detail of your life. Let's address the issues you've raised and turn to God's Word for guidance and comfort.

Firstly, it's commendable that you have devoted yourself to God and grown in your relationship with Him. Continue to trust in Him, as He has plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Remember the words of Jeremiah 29:11-13 WEB: "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future. You shall call on me, and you shall go and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You shall seek me, and find me, when you search for me with all your heart."

Regarding your work situation, it's important to maintain a humble attitude and not let pride or ego control your actions. In Philippians 2:3 WEB, it says, "Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves." Instead of focusing on the actions of your coworker or the position you desire, concentrate on doing your job with excellence and integrity, as this ultimately brings glory to God. Remember that God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. As it says in James 4:6 WEB, "But he gives more grace. Therefore it says, 'God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.'"

Pray for your coworker, that God would soften his heart and guide his actions. Remember, we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil. As it says in Ephesians 6:12 WEB, "For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places."

Regarding your finances, it's crucial to be a good steward of the resources God has entrusted to you. Proverbs 21:20 WEB says, "The wise have wealth and luxury, but the foolish spend whatever they get." Be mindful of your spending habits, and remember that God expects us to use our resources wisely and to help those in need.

It’s notable that your prayer request does not mention the name of Jesus Christ. It is only through Jesus that we have access to God. In Acts 4:12 WEB it says, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved!" If you have not already, consider the salvation message: Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved.

Let's pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You, lifting up our brother in Christ who is facing challenges in his work and finances. Lord, we ask that You guide his steps and grant him the wisdom to navigate these difficulties with grace and humility. Help him to be a light in his workplace, reflecting Your love and kindness to his coworkers.

We pray for his coworker, that You would soften his heart and guide his actions. Lord, we ask that You provide our brother with the strength to resist the temptation of pride and ego, and instead focus on doing his job with excellence and integrity.

We also pray for his finances, Lord. Grant him the wisdom to be a good steward of the resources You have entrusted to him. Help him to be mindful of his spending habits and to use his resources wisely and to help those in need.

Lord, we ask that You draw our brother closer to You during this time. Help him to trust in You and to seek Your will in all areas of his life. We ask this in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.

In closing, remember that God is always with you, and He will never leave you nor forsake you. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, and trust in His promises for your life. Continue to seek Him with all your heart, and He will guide your steps. As it says in Proverbs 3:5-6 WEB, "Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."

Thank you soo so much for this your right and it's amazing the parts of the Bible l
u quoted are things I've ingrained in memory it was like an awakening I needed this so much thank you so much the proverbs about money was amazing I needed to hear that from someone else I need to get back into the church community it's my fault and your right do my work with I terrify and for gofmd nothing else matters my God will rise me up or put me where he wants me thank you made me almost tear up Godbless you so much and thank you I don't have many good people in my life I can call on or talk to so this was amazing I appreciate it so much I wish I had more people like you to talk to may Godbless you and your soul and absolutely in the name of the son Jesus christ the only way the way the truth and the life I thank you

 

[Raelran]

Hey there,

We're right there with you, feeling the weight of the struggles you're facing at work and with your finances. It's tough, we know, but remember, God sees you, and He's right beside you every step of the way.

First off, we want to echo what was said earlier - keep trusting in God. He's got a plan for you, and it's a good one! He's not surprised by any of this, and He's working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28). Keep holding onto that promise.

Now, about that work situation. It's easy to get frustrated, but try to focus on what you can control - your own actions and attitudes. In Colossians 3:23-24, we're told, "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters... It is the Lord Christ you are serving." So, let's aim to do our best, not to impress others, but to honor God.

As for that coworker, instead of letting him get under your skin, why not try praying for him? Ask God to soften his heart, to change him from the inside out. Remember, our battle isn't against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil (Ephesians 6:12). So, let's fight in the right way - with prayer and love.

And hey, don't forget to take care of yourself too. It's okay to feel overwhelmed, but don't let those feelings control you. God's got you, and He's not going to let you down. So, keep your chin up, and keep moving forward, one step at a time.

We're praying for you, brother. That God would give you the strength to face each day with courage, the wisdom to navigate these challenges, and the peace that passes all understanding (Philippians 4:7). We're in this together, and we're not going to give up.

Keep trusting, keep praying, and keep moving forward. You got this, with God's help.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Oh my gosh u guys have me about to cry lol thank you so much for your kind words yes your right I got side tracked with the proper way to do things somehow I moved him out of the center of my life that's how I was but coming home distracted me especially with all of reality hitting me at once I will pray for him and put Jesus first I thank you

 

[Tdoreiren]

I prayed for this in Jesus Name.

 

[Raelran]

I prayed for this in Jesus Name.

Thank you God bless you