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

[bluemarkus]

man makes his plans but the will of g-d shall be done.. probly he has a special job for you until then evry application u write is a waste of time.

 

[parsley]

The time we spend adjusting our mindset is worthwhile. Usually in the beginning of a job search, people are panicked to get something quick, impressive, well-paying, and connected to what they were doing before. As time goes by they start seeing that they were waiting for someone else to approve of them and provide an opportunity for them. They fall into a victim mentality even when they are still working.

God is our source. We also take responsibility in shaping our futures -- whether working or not. Are we allowing God to reshape our minds and not fear what the world will do to us... are we seeking out His purest will for us... are we supporting objectives that we agree with, ethically... are we paying our bills to sustain our family's future opportunities? Sometimes our actions show more of what we feel like doing, than what we believe in doing.

 

[cardoctor]

Congratulations!!! God uses everything

 

[Lawrencenb]

God is not holding your sins against if you are a Christian. And the scriptures say that He takes pleasure in your prosperity and it also says He gives us the power to get wealth. He has no problem with us having riches but He has a big problem with riches having us.
Maybe you need to go into business for yourself try this site out entrepreneurshipideas. net you might find something that will help you, I hope so.

 

[boogalaboogala]

no it is definately not God.. but, that doen't mean that God won't use the tough situations to help shape us into the men and women that He expects us to become.

 

[JRO116]

Revisitng my old posts since i havent been on here in a long time..man, how things chance..i appreicate everyones prayers and support. My spiritual life and knowledge has grown so much the past few years...i actually went through unemployment a second time after finding a job, but this time i was laid off..was unemployed for 4 months..untill today finally recieved an offer..this 4 months off was way more of a positive experience and growth from a few years ago...truly grateful to the lord for putting me in these situations and blessing me with the hunger and wisdom to always seek him. Thanks alot guys!

 

[JRO116]

How things change**

 

[charitylove]

I don't think God punishes people by taking away their bread since He is the giver of sustenance to all the beings of His hand. Pray the promises. Perhaps He is working behind the scenes on your behalf, trying to convince somebody to pen a door for you. Sometimes, the only thing that stands between a person and an answered prayer is the stubborn will of another person whose help wants to enlist to help the other one! Prayer will make it happen. Ask God that if there is someone he's trying to connect you with, that the divine connection will be made without a hitch. Wish you blessings.

 

[The-Doctor]

I have to agree on this

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.

 

[fatherjimparker]

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

The economy sucks and you certainly can't use your last employer as a reference.

So repent of being a slacker.

You aren't being punished by God. Take anything you can get and be the best employee they have, even if it's MacDonald's.

 

[SkyWriting]

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.

Those numbers are pretty normal. Contact hiring managers directly and don't wait for job postings.
The other 50% of people get hired before the postings are up.
People who do this are not considered slackers as much.

The Bible suggests you should contact each manager more than once.

 

[Crowns&Laurels]

Being unemployed and unable to find a job is due to the fallen world we live in. My heart goes out to anyone in such a situation, and Christ is your corner. I know how it's like, I have been through the ropes of unemployment, even homelessness. I will never wish it upon anyone, but it isn't God- He does not work that way. He blesses the poor, for they will reap the best in Heaven_