It is all going to be ok...

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Yesterday was a bit of a sad day for me.
For the first time since 1978, my boss, who is a Member of Congress, was not on an election ballot. He is retiring from Congress after this current term and with him retiring that means I am out a job when the term ends. That means out of a job next month, only two paychecks left. I have worked for him for almost 7 years.
Since his announcement, I have been job searching, sending out resumes, asking people for any jobs leads. God has provided a few interviews but no job offer yet.
The other morning I had Pandora playing on my Kindle and a song come on with these lyrics.

 The title of the song is You'll Come:
My rock and Redeemer shall not be moved,
I'll wait upon you Lord.
As surely as the sun will rise
As certain as the dawn appears...

We are not shaken, we are not moved
We wait upon you Lord.
Our Mighty deliverer, triumph and truth.
I'll wait upon you Lord.

It was perfect timing when I was listening to the song because I checked my email and received yet another email stating, "thank you for the interview but we have decided to go with a stronger candidate"... some of you might have received those emails or letters before.
Every time I receive an email like that, I have two choices, I can either be thankful or I can be angry I didn't get the job. This time because I was praising Him in song, I responded with thanksgiving.

 I admit that I haven't always responded with that attitude but it is a choice. I choose to either thank Him for the opportunities He has provided or I can respond with disappointment that I wasn't the best candidate for the job.

Regardless of if I am offered a job by the time my current job ends or if I have to file for unemployment, it is my duty to trust God in whatever situation He brings my way.
That is why today, I continue to resolve to wait upon you Lord. Ill wait upon the Lord, as surely as the sun will rise and as certain as the dawn appears. Everyone on this earth is not guaranteed even tomorrow, so I must make the best of the today that I have been given. And today, I resolve to continue to trust God as I have been throughout this whole situation and continue to every single day of my life.

I am not perfect, He is. I am not in control, He is. That is the biggest lesson He is teaching me right now through this job situation. He is always completely in control and even when I think I am even the tiniest bit in control, He does something to quickly make me realize I am never ever in control. And that is how it should be!

57 comments:

Kaity B. said...

What an amazing job, you've had! I have no doubts that your experience will continue to fill you with joy and thankfulness. Praying for the next step. Whatever's meant to be, will be :)

Kelly said...

Great post and I voted, I hope you win!

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Simply LKJ said...

Meg, praying for you! You are right to move beyond the disappointments, as God knew those positions were not right for you. We don't always see it or agree with it, but HE is in control, HE mapped out our future even before we were born. HE will see us through, if only we trust in HIM, and give it all over to HIM. And, I love that quote...He most definitely is bigger than anything we will face.

Jenna said...

I really admire you for having such a positive outlook and putting your faith in God. I know how scary it can be to be in-between jobs, but I'm sure you'll find something amazing and when it happens the timing will be perfect! Good luck... will be thinking and praying for you :)

xxx
Jenna

Courtney said...

That last quote says it all!

ty said...

Loved this. It's such a great, uplifting outlook to have :) good luck!

REBrown said...

Good luck - I'm sure with that outlook He will take care of you soon.

Alisha said...

God has everything in control and he has a plan for you! I know how it feels to be between jobs and worried about where the next paycheck is coming from. But then, a friend came through and offered me a job. I was there for 6 months then an awesome opportunity came along after that. And that's where I am now. :)

God will provide.

Love you, sweet friend! xo

Kara Renee said...

This post really made me want to cry at first Meg! I've been working 3 part time jobs just wanting a real job! You should check out the song "One Thing Remains" by Jesus Culture. It rocks at times like these too!

"Higher than the mountains that I face
Stronger than the power of the grave
Constant in the trial and the change
One thing... Remains"

m&msmommy said...

What a great post! I needed to read this today! :) Thank you for stopping by my blog the other day and taking the time to comment! :) Have a great day!

Kira said...

I'm sorry about your job. It sounds like a fantastic opportunity you had there though and with all of that experience, I bet you will find a job relatively quick. I have been on unemployment before and it's not so bad. You have so much time to job search so if it does come to that, it will be a good time to focus!

Ashley said...

Meg I love your positive message! We do have a choice to either get mad or to be thankful through difficult circumstances. Sometimes this is something I still struggle with... but it's amazing how perfect God's timing is. Praying for you!

Katie Aman said...

So true and what a great message. God has better plans for you than you could imagine, I'm sure!

Krista said...

Stay strong in Him Meg, God's plan will fit you perfectly. Praying for you as you wait for your next opportunity!

Sarah said...

Thinking and praying for you Meg! Your positive outlook and optimism is to be admired! All in good timing, I know the right thing will come along!

Rachel said...

I know all too well about the rough and tough job market- it’s almost impossible to find one these days. I wish you the best of luck in everything! You seem to always have a great outlook on things, so just take your own advice!

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Melissa Coleman said...

Amen! God is in control and his timing always ends up just perfect. :)

xoxo,
Melissa

SMD @ lifeaccordingtosteph said...

Hang in there - sending you good juju for a wonderful job opportunity.

Sarah Alway said...

Good for you for maintaining a positive attitude.

Anonymous said...

It's going to work out for you. I am in the same boat to an extent. I am desperate for change so, I guess I am being a little greedy in that I have a job, but want something different. Guess I should be glad of where I am and know that I have been placed here for a reason. Keep the faith!!

Unknown said...

Such a wonderful thought for today!! He is in control and he has a plan for you in the coming months. Do you know Jeremiah 29:11? It's one of my favourite verses :) xo

Jaimee Granberry said...

He has a great plan for you and the perfect job just waiting... Keep the faith!

Helene said...

Wow Meg. I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. You are an amazing woman and I know it will work out.

Leah said...

i can only imagine what you are going through Meg, looking for a job is not easy and I pray that God will open the right doors for you at the right time. Trusting in Him is the right thing to do and I love your attitude about that. He will provide as He is always faithful. keep on with that thankful attitude, it is contagious!

Linnea said...

Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. This post was a good reminder that God is in control.

Always Rooney said...

Thanks for sharing, even though it may not be the easiest to. I have been playing that song on repeat for a few months now, it has really encouraged me. I believe that you will find the perfect job and even if it isn't in your own timing, God is faithful and He knows the perfect job for you!

-Courtney

Alexa said...

Hi Meg. I know that you will find something. Absolutely. Regardless, I am sending positive vibes and honestly I'll keep my ears and eyes open for you as well. Are you still looking to work in the political field?

Becca said...

The Lord delights in your attitude, I know! Keep singing His praises. At the end of your life, that is what you want to remember and know that you did faithfully.

Laura said...

Jobs are so stressful! When you have them, when you don't, making any sort of decision about them is hard. Especially when that decision is made for you by circumstances out of your control... you are keeping good perspective. God is always in control and it's so good to learn to praise Him in any circumstance!

Unknown said...

Searching for a job is so hard! It's hard to take that much rejection. What a good reminder to praise god and be thankful that you have a job for now. That's something I need to work on also. Maybe you can get a job with the incoming congressman?

Fleeting is Final said...

You have such a positive outlook. I've gone through something very similar to what you're going through and I hope only the best for you.

NewlyLoved said...

what a great and positive blog, and post!
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Unknown said...

It's so inspiring for you to have this perspective now, when you're still in the thick of a job hunt and waiting for God to provide. It's so easier to trust God after the fact. God is faithful and will give you exactly what you need!

Unknown said...

I voted for you again :) You are in the lead!!! Woohoo!

Good luck on the job search!

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Jennifer @ Delightfully Noted said...

Oh Meg my heart goes out to you! I've been there before on that dreaded employment journey and I love the outlook you have taken on it. You never know not getting certain jobs could be a blessing in disguise!

Megan said...

Great post! Everything you said is so true. God will provide, in his timing. It might not be what we what or as quick as we would like, but we definitely have to trust in Him. I do hope you are able to find another job that you love!

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Anonymous said...

Aww Meg, God is in control. I know how you feel, I am in search of a job myself. It seems like you have tremendous amount of experience, God is preparing greater things for you.
p.s I just voted for you.
Abi K

Bri Buzali said...

I'm praying for you Meg! and you are so right, he has a perfect plan and he's in control. Keep the faith!

Jennifer {Studio JRU} said...

Yes, yes, yes! It is a choice to respond with thanksgiving. Strength that comes through grace to make choices like that. Hoping the best for you as the journey He has for you unfolds! xo

Susan said...

Meg I can completely relate to what you're going through with that job search. A few months ago I was in a state of panic, but God provided and I know that He will provide for you too! I'm praying for you girl. You are a strong person whose faith is so strong and good things will come to you, I believe in that!

Unknown said...

It will all work out in the end!

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Marsa said...

it really is a choice! our choice. and it's such a blessing that we have the opportunity to make that choice

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Unknown said...

I feel for you, it took me nine months to find a job. So many turn downs so much patients! It was absolutely worth the wait though I love my job! It's the perfect fit for me! In Gods time He will find you the perfect job!

Unknown said...

What a challenging time for you. I wish you much success in finding a new job that you love. I know you will find something wonderful, and any company would be lucky to have you. :)

BTW - I just voted for you for the boot style challenge. Good luck (you're winning!!!)

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Kell said...

That's just such a scary situation to be in, and I wish you the best of luck in finding a new job. Something will come along that will be perfect :)

Kelley Gilster said...

That is a Hillsong song right? I love them!

Caitlin @ Candyfloss & Persie said...

I'm sorry to hear that! A trying time no doubt but certainly not something you can't handle (your writing skills alone show me your capabilities). I think it's amazing and great that you have that experience. Ending of a chapter but still a pageturner :)

Whitney T. said...

Meg, you are awesome! What an amazing perspective to have during such a frustrating time! Love those lyrics (and Pandora). Isn't it refreshing when God places a song in your playlist just to remind you that He is Lord, you are His precious child and He loves when we cling to Him instead of ourselves? I will certainly be praying for you during your continued job search!

Care said...

What beautiful words. You are truly an inspiration! It is wonderful that you have God to help you through this time. I do hope his will is spelled out for you soon!

Katie said...

Meg I am sorry that you are in that place. you are so wise though. when you say you have two choices when you got that email you are so right. I'm learning that when we go through trials we have a choice to either draw away from God or draw near to him. and the things that he can teach us and the way he can love us when we draw near to him are such a blessing. praying for those blessings for you!

Denise Lopatka said...

what a beautiful and wise post! praying for yoU! xox

alissa {33shadesofgreen} said...

Oh Meg - Good luck on your job search. Sometimes unexpected things have a way of leading us in a direction we never would have gone otherwise. Everyting will turn out!

The Lady Okie said...

I worry a lot, and yesterday I was reading Matthew and I came across the verse that talked about not worrying about tomorrow because tomorrow has enough worries of its own. I'm sure you'll be fine even though it might not seem like it right now!

helen said...

aw, amen. praise God for His faithfulness and that He cares for us and knows us down to the number of hairs on our heads. he is surely working together all things for good (rom 8:28). i am encouraged by your trust in the Savior!

Dawn said...

What a fantastic attitude. I had to do much the same thing when I was job searching. I was pretty much unemployed for a year and a half. Finally, I got a job offer. I took it and, thus far, I really enjoy it! (Granted, this is only my second week here.) I, too, am working in government! I'm an editorial assistant for the legislative services agency of Indiana. So I get to read and edit all of the bills that the legislators are doing. It's interesting. And, as you know, confidential. :) I do hope you'll be able to get a job soon! I know how devastating it can be to go without one! But as long as you stay positive and trust that He will hand you something (and He will), you'll be just fine!

Rachel Nuckolls said...

Meg, I can totally relate to your situation (my husband and I both can), but isn't such a wonderful, peaceful feeling knowing you don't have to be in control-that God has it ALL under control and a wonderful plan for you? We are facing the same things right now but have totally surrendered to Him. We continue to pray and wake up every morning knowing the answer to our prayers is right around the corner. I'll be praying for you and believing that perfect job for you is coming soon.