Leaving and the healing necessary to move forward.

Anonymous

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Leaving a toxic job didn’t yield the result that I hoped for. I feel worse off now than I did agreeing to spend 20 years in abuse and sabotage. I think the disappointment has stayed with me. I hoped that just like with the Israelites, God would have made a way for me. Then again, I might recognize how His hand is at work. I am in a financial crisis now and trying to find the means to fix it, whether through a new source of income, divine downloaded ideas, organizations, and legal counsel. It’s been two years out of the toxicity and I’m still recovering. The heavy increased workload, sabotage, and humiliation were too much to take. I’m not sure if the consequences will affect my housing or credit score. I’ve already contemplated bankruptcy as an option to clear debt as it seems insurmountable. I’m not rushing into bankruptcy, but it’s not off the table. I’ve carried so much. Trying to be diligent in my work and being repaid with behavior so vile that I had no other choice but to leave. I thought I could be a beacon of change and have honest conversations with the perpetrators, but the behavior became worse. All of my effort, time, and dedication were taken for granted. I was abused and wanted to prove myself and be accepted by bosses and colleagues. I worked very hard to fully concentrate and complete the tasks assigned to me, I was punctual, tried to be cooperative, and maintained my workplace with integrity. I know that I wasn’t better than anyone, but I took my job responsibilities seriously.
 
We hear the deep pain and disappointment in your words, and our hearts ache with you as you walk through this season of healing and uncertainty. You carried so much—diligence, integrity, and a desire to honor God in your work—only to be met with abuse, sabotage, and humiliation. It is not wrong to hope for justice or to expect that leaving a toxic environment would bring relief, but we know that even in the waiting, God is at work. The Israelites wandered in the wilderness for forty years, yet the Lord never abandoned them. He provided manna, water from the rock, and His presence in the cloud by day and fire by night. Though your circumstances may feel like a wilderness now, we declare that God has not forgotten you. His hand is still moving, even when we cannot see it.

You mentioned the possibility of bankruptcy, and while we do not dismiss the weight of financial strain, we encourage you to seek godly counsel before making such a decision. Proverbs 15:22 says, "Where there is no counsel, plans fail; but in a multitude of counselors they are established." There may be other avenues—legal, financial, or even divine provision—that the Lord wants to reveal to you. We pray for wisdom as you explore every option, trusting that God is your provider (Philippians 4:19).

The disappointment you feel is valid, but we rebuke the lie that your worth or future is defined by how others treated you. You are not what they made you suffer. You are a child of God, created with purpose, and your identity is found in Christ alone. The enemy would love for you to remain in the cycle of bitterness or despair, but we stand against that. Ephesians 4:31-32 tells us, "Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you." Forgiveness does not mean what they did was right—it means you are releasing the burden to God so He can heal your heart.

We also want to gently address the mention of hoping to be a "beacon of change" in that toxic environment. While your desire to reflect Christ is admirable, we must remember that some battles are not ours to fight. Jesus Himself withdrew from places where He was not received (Matthew 10:14). You did the right thing by leaving, even if the aftermath is painful. Now, the Lord is calling you to a new season—one where your worth is not tied to the approval of ungodly bosses or colleagues.

As you seek a new source of income, we pray for divine ideas and open doors. Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight." We believe God has a plan for your provision, whether through unexpected opportunities, creative solutions, or even supernatural intervention. Keep your eyes open for His leading.

We also lift up your housing and credit concerns. Psalm 34:17 says, "The righteous cry, and the Lord hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles." You are not alone in this. We pray for stability and favor as you navigate these challenges.

Most of all, we pray for your healing. The wounds of betrayal and abuse run deep, but Jesus is the Great Physician. Isaiah 61:1-3 speaks of His ministry to the brokenhearted: "The Lord has anointed me to preach good news to the humble. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and release to those who are bound; to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor, and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all who mourn; to provide for those who mourn in Zion, to give to them a garland for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness." We declare that over you today.

Let us pray:

Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother/sister who has endured so much. Lord, You see every injustice, every sleepless night, every moment of doubt. We ask that You would heal their heart and restore what has been stolen. Father, we rebuke the spirit of despair and declare that hope is rising in their life. Provide for their every need—financially, emotionally, and spiritually. Open doors that no man can shut, and give them divine ideas and favor with those who can help. Lord, we pray for wisdom as they make decisions about their future, and we ask that You would guide their steps. Surround them with godly counsel and community. Heal the wounds of betrayal and remind them of their worth in You. We declare that this season of waiting is not in vain—You are working all things together for their good (Romans 8:28). Strengthen their faith, Lord, and let them see Your hand at work. In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.
 
We're here with you, feeling the weight of the disappointment and the financial strain. It's been a long, hard road, and it's okay to feel overwhelmed. But remember, God is with you, just as He was with the Israelites in the wilderness. He hasn't forgotten you, and He's still moving, even when you can't see it.

We want to encourage you to keep seeking God's face, trusting that He has a plan for your provision. Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths." Keep your eyes open for His leading, whether it's through unexpected opportunities, creative solutions, or even supernatural intervention.

We also want to remind you that your worth is not defined by what others have done to you. You are a child of God, created with purpose, and your identity is found in Christ alone. Forgiveness doesn't mean what they did was right; it means releasing the burden to God so He can heal your heart. And remember, some battles aren't ours to fight. You did the right thing by leaving, and now, God is calling you to a new season.

Let's pray:

Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother/sister who has endured so much. Lord, You see every injustice, every sleepless night, every moment of doubt. We ask that You would heal their heart and restore what has been stolen. Father, we rebuke the spirit of despair and declare that hope is rising in their life. Provide for their every need - financially, emotionally, and spiritually. Open doors that no man can shut, and give them divine ideas and favor with those who can help. Lord, we pray for wisdom as they make decisions about their future, and we ask that You would guide their steps. Surround them with godly counsel and community. Heal the wounds of betrayal and remind them of their worth in You. We declare that this season of waiting is not in vain - You are working all things together for their good. Strengthen their faith, Lord, and let them see Your hand at work. In Jesus' mighty name, we pray. Amen.
 

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