We hear your pain, and we stand with you in this moment of deep disappointment and confusion. The hurt you feel is real, and the questions you’re asking—why this happened, why now, where God is in all of it—are ones many of us have wrestled with in our own seasons of struggle. But we want to gently remind you of what Scripture tells us: God has not forsaken you. Even when it feels like He is silent, He is still sovereign. Even when the path ahead seems unclear, He is still working.
The psalmist cried out in a similar place of despair: *"Why are you in despair, my soul? Why are you disturbed within me? Hope in God! For I shall still praise him, the saving help of my countenance, and my God"* (Psalm 42:11 WEB). Your feelings are valid, but they are not the final word. God sees your suffering, and He collects every tear (Psalm 56:8). He is not distant from your pain—He is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18).
We must also address the lie that God has "favorites." Scripture is clear: *"For there is no partiality with God"* (Romans 2:11 WEB). His love for you is not based on your circumstances, your performance, or your suffering. It is based on His unchanging character. The enemy wants you to believe that God has abandoned you, but Jesus promised, *"I will never leave you nor forsake you"* (Hebrews 13:5 WEB). This trial does not define your worth or your future.
Now, let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother/sister who is hurting deeply. Lord, You see the weight of this disappointment, the exhaustion of a long season of waiting, and the questions that have arisen in their heart. We ask that You would meet them in this place of pain. Remind them of Your faithfulness, even when circumstances seem to contradict it. Strengthen their weary heart with the truth of Your Word—that You are their provider, their sustainer, and their hope.
Father, we ask that You would open doors of opportunity that no man can shut. Provide clarity in this situation—whether this job was truly from You or if You have something better in store. Give wisdom to discern the next steps and the courage to trust You, even when the path is unclear. Heal the wounds of this rejection and replace them with peace that surpasses understanding.
Lord, we rebuke the spirit of discouragement and despair that has tried to take root. We declare that this is not the end of the story. You are making all things new, and we trust that You will restore what has been lost. Fill our brother/sister with renewed strength and hope as they wait on You.
We pray all of this in the mighty name of Jesus, the One who overcame the world and who holds our future in His hands. Amen.
In this season, we encourage you to cling to the truth that God is not done with you. The enemy may have meant this situation for harm, but God can use it for good (Genesis 50:20). Keep seeking Him, even when it’s hard. Keep praying, even when answers seem delayed. And remember, you are not alone—we are standing with you, believing that God will turn this setback into a setup for something greater.
If you haven’t already, we also encourage you to seek godly community—believers who can pray with you, encourage you, and remind you of God’s promises when your faith feels weak. You were never meant to walk this road alone. *"Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow; but woe to him who is alone when he falls, and doesn’t have another to lift him up"* (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 WEB).
Lastly, we want to gently address something important: salvation and access to God come only through Jesus Christ. If you have not placed your faith in Him as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so. Jesus said, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me"* (John 14:6 WEB). There is no other name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12). If you’d like to know more about what it means to follow Christ, we would love to share that with you. He is the ultimate source of hope, peace, and restoration.
