The next time disappointment creeps up when I’m overlooked, or I think, “Why not me?” — I’ll see it as a little warning. It’s my reminder to go back and spend time with God alone.
That’s where I’ll get the acceptance my heart really wants.
Heavenly Father, thank You for seeing what I really need and want. The approval of people never satisfies. Help me to see it as a poor substitute for Your approval — which brings me true joy and meaning.
- Glynnis Whitwer
As I read this tonight it reminded me how TRUE God is. That only He will ever satisfy and fill the emptiness in my heart. God will always know what is best for me. The past year has been a pretty good year as far as friendships, family, and my love life. However, the work situation hasn’t always been the greatest. Back at my old job I was comfortable and I could say I loved it 90% of the time. I never woke up and thought “dang I have work today.” NEVER! BUT there were some things that I wasn’t happy about. I didn’t agree with management and how things were run. But, I wanted more! The opportunity to apply for a lead position within my department opened up and I thought that was my time to shine! How could I not get it?! I was great at my job and always took on new responsibilities with open arms. I had a BA degree in healthcare administration to back it all up. And BOOM. I didn’t get it. A lot of emotions of anger and sadness took over, but in the end I was filled with relief. I knew deep down I didn’t want it, but thought it would have been a great opportunity to put myself out there and get experience.
I swear not even a month later a position as a medical secretary opened up and I jumped at that opportunity. I felt GOOD about it. I got a call back right away, the supervisor was amazing, my interview went well… A week or two later I got the job. The pay was better, the hours were better and the location was better! Let me tell you it wasn’t all roses for the first 4-6 MONTHS. It was HARD adjusting to the work load, the new tasks, having insufficient training, the people… I totally felt like quitting pretty much every day for the first 4 months. But I had to stick it out. And I’m so glad I did. I can honestly say I LOVE my job now. I LOVE my coworkers.
God closes doors sometimes because he is setting us up for a door that’s waiting to be opened. He answers prayers ALWAYS. It may not be the answer we were expecting, but He always answers. Yes is an answer. No is an answer. Silence is an answer. It’s all in His timing! IN HIS PERFECT TIMING.
