answered!
Anonymous
Today I am dealing with some disappointment and trying to not let it impede my efforts to move forward. I learned that a local church that I reached out to was not supportive and unwilling to welcome me. Honestly, it feels hurtful, but it is also a chance to receive and practice God’s grace. I also was unable to complete the next step in the consideration for a short-term ministry opportunity with a different organization due to a technical glitch, though I may have another chance for the discussion on Monday. I know that God’s faithfulness is not defined by personal circumstances. I am just struggling with making new connections with other Christ-followers at the local level. It’s an incredibly challenging season, and it’s difficult to feel without support. I appreciate your prayers for a positive turnaround in this situation.
Received: May 30, 2020
God answered this prayer request. This is how:
I want to thank everyone at WAYFM for their recent many prayers, especially during my long and difficult move, for my health, and for the ongoing difficulties. I've been praying about these things a lot too in light of the unpredictable and overwhelming circumstances that have surrounded them. I may not have the best conclusions, but I can't help but think that I won't be able to connect with a local church. I don't know anyone in my new community and I don't know if or when that might change. The current situation unfortunately doesn't facilitate formal introductions, conversations, or in-person contact and online options are limited for me. I also have been praying about whether Christian counseling might be beneficial. I do not have a mental health condition but I considered it as a means of processing a lot of things that have happened. Unfortunately, I don't forsee this as being a feasible option because of my career situation, plus I have always prioritized financial giving to Christian ministries above health costs, and I believe this is the right thing to do. Since these are my convictions I would hope others could understand. Finally, I am not certain if I will be returning to work in the future. For a long time, I have felt that God has been asking me to break off my connections and career choices of the past and pursue a new suitable field. I have a lot of education and some practical experience but don't perceive that I am in a market where those things can be applied. In some respects, I am at a point where I might enjoy and benefit from finishing a new educational degree, though I don't necessarily see that happening due to personal financial stewardship reasons--it just isn't practical, which is unfortunate. I also need to work remotely full-time but I haven't been able to make suitable connections for those opportunities. I truly don't know what God has for me or if I should even continue. But I am still very thankful for the ways he has provided for me to give to others and have some basic needs met. I am also thankful that even though I feel alone and directionless, I can share my thoughts with others who are willing to pray with and for me.