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. - Jeremiah 29:11 (ESVUK)
I have been job searching for about 1 month now and have been feeling down. Volunteered at GoForth Conference on last Friday and met J there. I have to say that his presence brought about some comfort. He shared with me about how God brought him to his current employment and I was quietly happy for him. He said that while he was overseas with his church mission team, a man came up to him and told him the bible verse, Jeremiah 29:11. That had stick to my mind because from his sharing, I knew God was/is with him. It has been tough for me emotionally as I seek for a new job. My emotions are fluctuating. I can be excited 1 minute when I received an interview invitation and down when I receive a phone screening that I deemed a poor performance on my part.
However, I know that God is good and no matter what I am experiencing at the moment, it is just temporary (though it feels like a long time). Last Sunday was my last membership class and when Pastor asked me if I had prayer request and I told her that I hope to get a job. Her prayer touched me, as she prayed something to the effect of, "Father, thank you for the job that You have prepared for Pam in advance." Indeed, I need to have faith that God will provide as He has always done so.
Dear readers, do not be discouraged if you encounter a roadblock. There is a God and He knows what you are going through. Just believe and pray and you'll be amazed.
Love,
Pam
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