Unemployed and cant get a job, is this punishment from God?

[JRO116]

my last job i slacked off so much, stayed clocked in when i was not even in the building, did nothing when i was suppose to be doing something and all other messed up ways. what kills me is that i had gotten baptized during my time here and dedicated my life to Christ, when looking back at this i was totally dishonoring him. Things got bad at my job which led me to quit. My boss then questioned about my long hours, and i confessed that i had done lied on my hours and i quit.

I have been unemployed for about 2 months now, had 1 interview which i did not get. im getting no call backs after applying for hundreds of jobs. In reality, ive been applying for jobs for over a year, even during the time i was working at that place. Ive repented for the bad i have done, and prayed that i get a new job soon to put my faith into action. but I cant help but feel this is like karma. and God punishing me for not doing what i was supposed to. any scriptures that can help me out of this thought, or maybe confirm this thought? also prayers that i can find some work soon. i finally have 1 interview lined up in 2 days. i hope this will finally be it

 

[redeemedbygrace24]

In my opinion, if you have been faithful in confessing what you felt was wrong then God is faithful to forgive you and wouldn't purposely hold that against you. According to Psalm 30:5 For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime; weeping may remain for a night, but rejoicing comes in the morning. If you have humbled yourself before him, I don't believe God would hold a grudge and knowingly keep a job from you. The Lord provides for his children and he disciplines us as needed. This could be a season of preparation for you in order for you to greatly appreciate your next employment. No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it. (Hebrews 12:11)

Keep holding on but don't condemn yourself. Try to move forward and not let guilt consume you due to the past. Everything is a learning lesson. 1 Peter 5:6 Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.

The Lord will still bless you and loves you no matter what the past is. Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.

 

[parsley]

You will probably need to give in to an internship or temp agency where you can prove yourself again. If the only references you have show that you brought on company loss, then they have no reason to hire you. Give them a reason.

Make yourself visible, show yourself active, show yourself concerned about a company's well being. Keep your focus on where you're heading, rather than what God might have done. It is sad that you are considering blaming God, in a similar way that you might have blamed your earlier employer. You might not see it that way, and I apologize if I misinterpreted.

God is like a parent. He wants things to go well for you, but also looks at the long-range picture. He will allow us to learn things the hard way, because that usually motivates us to change ineffective ways of doing things.

This is a time where so many companies are going under, they need to carefully research their choices and stay as efficient as possible. That means you will have to go out of your way, above and beyond the norm, to show that you want to work. Not just say it, but demonstrate a work ethic.

Volunteering helps that reputation... getting involved in professional organizations (not just sitting) ... interning and doing apprenticeships... going back to school. The longer you wait, the longer it will look like you chose not to work -- even when YOU know it wasn't your choice.

 

[JRO116]

You will probably need to give in to an internship or temp agency where you can prove yourself again. If the only references you have show that you brought on company loss, then they have no reason to hire you. Give them a reason.

Make yourself visible, show yourself active, show yourself concerned about a company's well being. Keep your focus on where you're heading, rather than what God might have done. It is sad that you are considering blaming God, in a similar way that you might have blamed your earlier employer. You might not see it that way, and I apologize if I misinterpreted.

God is like a parent. He wants things to go well for you, but also looks at the long-range picture. He will allow us to learn things the hard way, because that usually motivates us to change ineffective ways of doing things.

This is a time where so many companies are going under, they need to carefully research their choices and stay as efficient as possible. That means you will have to go out of your way, above and beyond the norm, to show that you want to work. Not just say it, but demonstrate a work ethic.

Volunteering helps that reputation... getting involved in professional organizations (not just sitting) ... interning and doing apprenticeships... going back to school. The longer you wait, the longer it will look like you chose not to work -- even when YOU know it wasn't your choice.

Thanks for the reply. Im not blaming God in anyway. Ive submitted to his will and whatever is gonna happen is gonna happen. Since i quit my last job, i havent been just sitting around waiting for something. I have been volunteering as an assitant boxing trainer at my boxing gym 3 days a week. but like i said, its voulnteer work so no income and thats my trouble right now

 

[Cactus Jack]

NO!

Pray! Pral pray pray pray PRAY! read Luke 11:1-13. And keep praying!

 

[parsley]

I have been volunteering as an assitant boxing trainer at my boxing gym 3 days a week.

Cool!
Just keep in mind... you and 9%.

 

[REPHAIAHPEDAHEL]

God is not punishing you! God doesn't punish you for wrongs you do. You are not under the Old Covenant of the law of moses. God punished Jesus at the cross for sins of the whole world and so He cannot start punishing you for sins.

 

[angelacaldwell]

I have a feeling God has something in mind for you. You may think you are failing to land a job, but you *might* just be waiting until the one He wants you to have becomes available.

 

[JRO116]

thanks so much for all your help and its truly amazing God really answers prayers. now im in such a dilemma it makes me sound ridiculous.here it is.

I previously worked at a gym for 2 years, i havent been with the company for a year. i applied for this gym again, just to see if my resume is being noticed, and i guess also because there are some benefits to working here. i got the interview. just 5 mins ago, they offerred me a job.

on monday, i just tried and asked God straight up, can i get a job this week and he answered me. the problems is, i do not want this job. ive done this for 2 years, i nailed my interview and said all the right things, but i think deep down, i dont wanna get in this industry again. God has blessed me with another interview with a diferent company tomorrow.

my question is, what should i do with the offer? id hate to pass up a opporutnity especially since my prayer was answered, except i didnt want this job. im so confused now. the only reason i would take it is because i do need a job. i do not want it for alot of reasons. one being ive been with this company before for 2 years and its been bittersweet. prayers and replies are appreciated. i need them quickly! thank you!

 

[graciesings]

More likely this is the result of your own bad decisions. God seems to have set up the world so that our bad decisions punish us.
As for whether or not you take this job you recently mentioned, try to think about what God would want you to do. Or what would Jesus do in this situation? Also, keep in mind that this is a bad economy and you may not find any other positions.

 

[JRO116]

Just an update, thank you guys for your encouraging words and prayers. God has answered my prayers in an amazing way. After being thru dozens of interviews with no offer, i finally got one. Apr 1, i got a call from a company saying they liked me resume and wanted to offer me a position. Just like that! No interview no nothing. I accepted, they flew me out to anaheim and everything was paid for for a week. It was such a great experience. I thank God for this opportunity and i truly love this job. I am committed to not takin this for granted and repeating past mistakes. God is great! And if your curious on the company, ill just say its the #1 electronic company in the world. Its competitor is a certain fruit...

 

[vaisakhtvpm1]

Luv thy enemies...

 

[BrandonG]

Great to hear!
What an amazing outcome

 

[parsley]

Congratulations! Wow, no interview!

I have been volunteering as an assitant boxing trainer at my boxing gym 3 days a week.

Even though things have changed for you, I wanted to use the thread to add one more thing that might help others.

I recently heard of a dance teacher who went around to preschools and offered dance classes while parents were working. They would sign up quarterly or whatever, and the teacher would work with them at the school. It made the preschool happy that the kids had something to look forward to, it made it easier on the parents who didn't have time to drive their kids to classes, and the teacher had a consistent set of groups to work with.

Boxing might not be the best sport for preschool, lol... but for anyone out there frustrated that no one is paying, try creating your own pay outlet.

 

[redeemedbygrace24]

Just an update, thank you guys for your encouraging words and prayers. God has answered my prayers in an amazing way. After being thru dozens of interviews with no offer, i finally got one. Apr 1, i got a call from a company saying they liked me resume and wanted to offer me a position. Just like that! No interview no nothing. I accepted, they flew me out to anaheim and everything was paid for for a week. It was such a great experience. I thank God for this opportunity and i truly love this job. I am committed to not takin this for granted and repeating past mistakes. God is great! And if your curious on the company, ill just say its the #1 electronic company in the world. Its competitor is a certain fruit...

Praise the Lord!!! So happy for you

 

[RuprechtRogers]

Proverbs 3:11-12:

My son, do not regard lightly the discipline of the Lord,
nor be weary when reproved by him.
For the Lord disciplines the one he loves,
and chastises every son whom he receives.

 

[SuaveMark62]

my last job i slacked off so much, stayed clocked in when i was not even in the building, did nothing when i was suppose to be doing something and all other messed up ways. what kills me is that i had gotten baptized during my time here and dedicated my life to Christ, when looking back at this i was totally dishonoring him. Things got bad at my job which led me to quit. My boss then questioned about my long hours, and i confessed that i had done lied on my hours and i quit.

I have been unemployed for about 2 months now, had 1 interview which i did not get. im getting no call backs after applying for hundreds of jobs. In reality, ive been applying for jobs for over a year, even during the time i was working at that place. Ive repented for the bad i have done, and prayed that i get a new job soon to put my faith into action. but I cant help but feel this is like karma. and God punishing me for not doing what i was supposed to. any scriptures that can help me out of this thought, or maybe confirm this thought? also prayers that i can find some work soon. i finally have 1 interview lined up in 2 days. i hope this will finally be it

It really is one hundred percent mindset and perspective. If you believe that you deserve it, then that is what will be your reality. I just read an early copy of a book I think would really help you with this. Had a major turn around in my career when I learned how to work WITH God and his plan. Check it out at thepowerinside.simplelander.com. Not trying to plug or anything, I just really think this would be a great resource for anyone in a similar position.

 

[WorkingOnFaith]

Forgive me if you already got the job, I didn't read the whole post. But are you interested in sales? I could lead you in the right direction if so.

 

[kevinwh]

Have faith.

Every no just brings you one step closer to that yes.

 

[cardoctor]

Honestly as an employer my first call after reading your resume will be your old boss. God's commandments are seldom threats and often warnings (life hacks) I recommend going down to the local homeless shelter, or habitat for humanity or both and showing them what hard work looks like for a few months. I wouldn't be half surprised if you get offered a job with someone you met while volunteering. If not you should develop a new set of references to show to employers.

Be careful, because the devil is going to try to defeat you with apathy and frustration and self pity. Be strong in the faith and call on the support of your brothers. Best of luck