Prayers for employment not being answered

[Anonymous]

Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
Phillipians 4:6


Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.
Ephesians 6:18


"od often answers prayer in the following ways:

1. “Yes, you may have it.”
2. “No, that is not good for you.”
3. “Wait, I have something better for you.”
4. “My grace is sufficient for you” (2 Cor. 12:9).

When He answers yes, it’s easy to say, “Praise the Lord!” But when He says otherwise, we have a hard time finding reasons to praise Him.

Sometimes we don’t take “no” for an answer, and we keep praying! Or we look for a reason why He didn’t answer our request. But Scripture never says God will give us exactly what we ask for every time. He is sovereign. He has the right to say “no” according to His infinite wisdom. Oftentimes, it’s for our protection.

Sometimes, God wants to answer our prayer, but the timing isn’t right. As I reflect on my life, I realize that if God had answered certain prayers according to my schedule, I would have missed His best in every single case. He may have been waiting for me to grow spiritually in some area so that I could more fully experience the blessings He had in store (Eph. 1:3). Again, He is sovereign, and His timing is perfect.

God also answers “My grace is sufficient.” We may pray for years, yet our circumstances remain unchanged. God seems unresponsive and heaven is silent. In many cases, the problem isn’t the length, intensity, or nature of our prayers. Oftentimes, God is up to something we don’t know about, something much bigger than we were expecting. Something that may require a different answer than the one we anticipated.

But rest assured that if God isn’t removing your particular “thorn,” His grace is sufficient. By an act of our will, we can decide to trust that God knows what He’s doing, even when there’s no logical or rational explanation for our circumstances. The Father is not offended when we ask, “Why?” But He’s overjoyed when we trust Him, even though He may choose not to explain.

God always answers the prayers of His children. As we learn to pray, we will learn to discern His methods."

Source: Dr. Charles Stanley, In Touch Ministries, Retrieved 8 Dec 2014 online at http://www.intouch.org/you/article-archive/content/topic/how_will_i_know_god_s_answer_to_my_prayer_article#.VIYPrIvymI0

[Anonymous]

So how does Dr. Charles Stanley know that all of this is true?

It's comforting, but it sounds like a bunch of reasons to keep believing in God when it's starting to look like no one is up there listening.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:So how does Dr. Charles Stanley know that all of this is true?

It's comforting, but it sounds like a bunch of reasons to keep believing in God when it's starting to look like no one is up there listening.

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
Hebrews 11:1

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:So how does Dr. Charles Stanley know that all of this is true?

It's comforting, but it sounds like a bunch of reasons to keep believing in God when it's starting to look like no one is up there listening.

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
Hebrews 11:1

And "without faith, it is impossible to please God."
--Hebrews 11:6

I second the PP who said he's very glad in retrospect that he didn't get what he's prayed for at times. I have the same experience, and I can see in hindsight that the "something better" answer is definitely true sometimes. I don't know about the OP's employment. Does OP trust in Jesus? That's God's son, and the Bible is clear that if we trust in Him, we have not only salvation, but that God adopts us as His children and takes care of us. Matthew 6:33: "But seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things (that is, our needs) will be added unto you." But the Bible is also clear that if we do not trust in Christ, we remain enemies of God. If you're praying for something without Christ, you need Christ first.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:So how does Dr. Charles Stanley know that all of this is true?

It's comforting, but it sounds like a bunch of reasons to keep believing in God when it's starting to look like no one is up there listening.

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
Hebrews 11:1

And "without faith, it is impossible to please God."
--Hebrews 11:6

I second the PP who said he's very glad in retrospect that he didn't get what he's prayed for at times. I have the same experience, and I can see in hindsight that the "something better" answer is definitely true sometimes. I don't know about the OP's employment. Does OP trust in Jesus? That's God's son, and the Bible is clear that if we trust in Him, we have not only salvation, but that God adopts us as His children and takes care of us. Matthew 6:33: "But seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things (that is, our needs) will be added unto you." But the Bible is also clear that if we do not trust in Christ, we remain enemies of God. If you're praying for something without Christ, you need Christ first.

In other words, forget it, Jews and other non-Christians. If you think it's bad that God doesn't answer your prayers how and when you'd like, just wait to see what he has in store for you after you die!

And keep in mind: He loves you.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:So how does Dr. Charles Stanley know that all of this is true?

It's comforting, but it sounds like a bunch of reasons to keep believing in God when it's starting to look like no one is up there listening.

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
Hebrews 11:1

And "without faith, it is impossible to please God."
--Hebrews 11:6

I second the PP who said he's very glad in retrospect that he didn't get what he's prayed for at times. I have the same experience, and I can see in hindsight that the "something better" answer is definitely true sometimes. I don't know about the OP's employment. Does OP trust in Jesus? That's God's son, and the Bible is clear that if we trust in Him, we have not only salvation, but that God adopts us as His children and takes care of us. Matthew 6:33: "But seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things (that is, our needs) will be added unto you." But the Bible is also clear that if we do not trust in Christ, we remain enemies of God. If you're praying for something without Christ, you need Christ first.

In other words, forget it, Jews and other non-Christians. If you think it's bad that God doesn't answer your prayers how and when you'd like, just wait to see what he has in store for you after you die!

And keep in mind: He loves you.

Yes, He loves you. That's why He sent Christ to die on the cross for you. Romans 5:8: "For God commends his love for us in this, that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." Christians are commanded to love our enemies, and this is because this is the very character of God Himself. The only thing keep anyone from Christ is himself. Christ freely offers Himself and salvation to all. The reason for anyone not to turn to Christ is because he doesn't want to admit his sin and turn from his own efforts to save himself. God does not accept our good works, because they're so tied up in our bad works, too. All we need to do is trust in the perfect righteousness of Christ, God's own son, and we can have a relationship with God the Father. But how can you say you love God and hate (or disregard) His son?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:So how does Dr. Charles Stanley know that all of this is true?

It's comforting, but it sounds like a bunch of reasons to keep believing in God when it's starting to look like no one is up there listening.

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
Hebrews 11:1

And "without faith, it is impossible to please God."
--Hebrews 11:6

I second the PP who said he's very glad in retrospect that he didn't get what he's prayed for at times. I have the same experience, and I can see in hindsight that the "something better" answer is definitely true sometimes. I don't know about the OP's employment. Does OP trust in Jesus? That's God's son, and the Bible is clear that if we trust in Him, we have not only salvation, but that God adopts us as His children and takes care of us. Matthew 6:33: "But seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things (that is, our needs) will be added unto you." But the Bible is also clear that if we do not trust in Christ, we remain enemies of God. If you're praying for something without Christ, you need Christ first.

So, OP, stop dwelling on your employment situation and think instead about your future with God in heaven. While He may not see your need for a job the way you do, he is holding a spot in heaven for you. Don't waste your time thinking about people who have jobs and the hope of heaven. You will probably find a job eventually and you can thank god when that happens.

In other words, forget it, Jews and other non-Christians. If you think it's bad that God doesn't answer your prayers how and when you'd like, just wait to see what he has in store for you after you die!

And keep in mind: He loves you.

Yes, He loves you. That's why He sent Christ to die on the cross for you. Romans 5:8: "For God commends his love for us in this, that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." Christians are commanded to love our enemies, and this is because this is the very character of God Himself. The only thing keep anyone from Christ is himself. Christ freely offers Himself and salvation to all. The reason for anyone not to turn to Christ is because he doesn't want to admit his sin and turn from his own efforts to save himself. God does not accept our good works, because they're so tied up in our bad works, too. All we need to do is trust in the perfect righteousness of Christ, God's own son, and we can have a relationship with God the Father. But how can you say you love God and hate (or disregard) His son?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:So how does Dr. Charles Stanley know that all of this is true?

It's comforting, but it sounds like a bunch of reasons to keep believing in God when it's starting to look like no one is up there listening.

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
Hebrews 11:1

And "without faith, it is impossible to please God."
--Hebrews 11:6

I second the PP who said he's very glad in retrospect that he didn't get what he's prayed for at times. I have the same experience, and I can see in hindsight that the "something better" answer is definitely true sometimes. I don't know about the OP's employment. Does OP trust in Jesus? That's God's son, and the Bible is clear that if we trust in Him, we have not only salvation, but that God adopts us as His children and takes care of us. Matthew 6:33: "But seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things (that is, our needs) will be added unto you." But the Bible is also clear that if we do not trust in Christ, we remain enemies of God. If you're praying for something without Christ, you need Christ first.

In other words, forget it, Jews and other non-Christians. If you think it's bad that God doesn't answer your prayers how and when you'd like, just wait to see what he has in store for you after you die!

And keep in mind: He loves you.

Yes, He loves you. That's why He sent Christ to die on the cross for you. Romans 5:8: "For God commends his love for us in this, that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." Christians are commanded to love our enemies, and this is because this is the very character of God Himself. The only thing keep anyone from Christ is himself. Christ freely offers Himself and salvation to all. The reason for anyone not to turn to Christ is because he doesn't want to admit his sin and turn from his own efforts to save himself. God does not accept our good works, because they're so tied up in our bad works, too. All we need to do is trust in the perfect righteousness of Christ, God's own son, and we can have a relationship with God the Father. But how can you say you love God and hate (or disregard) His son?

So, OP, stop dwelling on your employment situation and think instead about your future with God in heaven. While He may not see your need for a job the way you do, he is holding a spot in heaven for you. Don't waste your time thinking about people who have jobs and the hope of heaven. You will probably find a job eventually and you can thank god when that happens.

[Anonymous]

LOL at using the Bible to prove the Bible.

OP - what else have you done to find a job?

[Anonymous]

God has already answered your prayers by giving you typing skills, language skills, and other marketable skills. You have to do the rest. God is not going to hand you a job. You have already been answered.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:God has already answered your prayers by giving you typing skills, language skills, and other marketable skills. You have to do the rest. God is not going to hand you a job. You have already been answered.

Maybe OP didn't pray for typing and language skills. I don't know anyone who did - it was something we learned in school by paying attention and doing our homework.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:God has already answered your prayers by giving you typing skills, language skills, and other marketable skills. You have to do the rest. God is not going to hand you a job. You have already been answered.

How can you speak for God? Others here say that had their prayers for a job answered. No reason why OP should expect anything less

[Anonymous]

I have known two people who had extraordinary proofs of prayer for employment. Both prayed to know that God loved them and that He always loves them. Gratitude for blessings already received also helps.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I have known two people who had extraordinary proofs of prayer for employment. Both prayed to know that God loved them and that He always loves them. Gratitude for blessings already received also helps.

I didn't know you were supposed to pray to god to find out if he loved you. I though God automatically loved everybody, but that he just answered prayers differently, so that it seemed like he was favoring some people more than others.

Are you saying that these people prayed to know that God loved them and he rewarded with great jobs?

[Anonymous]

I think that's fantastic that you can pray to God to show his love and he gives you a great job!

I guess giving out great jobs keeps him pretty busy, so the 11 year old with Ebola will just have to suck on it.