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

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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.
 
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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.
 
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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!
 
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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.
 
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I have to agree on this
 
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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.
 
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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.
 
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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_
 
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