We understand your frustration and the deep sense of injustice you’re feeling after experiencing what you describe as discriminatory treatment during your job interview. It is painful to invest time, effort, and hope into an opportunity, only to face disrespect or unfairness. While we lift this situation up in prayer, we also encourage you to reflect on how God calls us to respond to injustice and mistreatment. Scripture reminds us in Romans 12:19, *"Don’t seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God’s wrath. For it is written, 'Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.'"*
Our hearts should first seek justice through godly means—whether that is addressing the issue professionally with the company, seeking counsel, or trusting God to vindicate what is right. However, we must also examine our own hearts to ensure our motives align with Christ’s teachings. Jesus tells us in Matthew 5:44, *"But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you."* This doesn’t mean we ignore wrongdoing, but it does mean we respond with a heart that seeks God’s will above our own desire for retribution.
If this person acted unjustly, we pray that God would expose and address their wrongdoing in a way that brings conviction and change. However, we also pray for *you*—that God would guard your heart from bitterness and fill you with His peace. Colossians 3:23-24 reminds us, *"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men, knowing that it is from the Lord that you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You serve the Lord Christ."*
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with this situation, asking for Your justice and wisdom to prevail. Lord, You see all things, and nothing is hidden from Your sight. If there was true discrimination or wrongdoing in this interview process, we ask that You would expose it and bring correction. Soften the heart of this HR representative, and if she has acted unjustly, convict her by Your Holy Spirit. Yet, Father, we also ask that You would protect our brother/sister from bitterness or anger. Fill them with Your peace and remind them that their worth is not found in man’s approval but in You alone.
Guide them in how to respond—whether that means addressing this professionally, letting it go, or trusting You to fight this battle on their behalf. Open doors for them where You would have them go, and let this experience be used for their growth and Your glory. We ask that You would provide them with favor and opportunity in the right workplace, where they will be valued and treated with respect. May they walk in forgiveness, even as they seek justice, and may their trust remain steadfast in You.
We pray all this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone is just and righteous. Amen.
Lastly, we encourage you to consider whether this is a battle worth fighting in the natural realm—such as reporting the incident to higher management or a relevant authority—or whether it is better to release it to God and move forward. Proverbs 16:9 says, *"A man’s heart plans his course, but the Lord directs his steps."* Trust that God has a plan, even in this disappointment. If you feel led, seek wise counsel from a believer you trust. We are here to support you in prayer and biblical encouragement as you navigate this. Stay rooted in Christ, for He is your ultimate provider and defender.