We rejoice with you in the hope of this new opportunity, and we lift up your heart in gratitude that you are no longer the person you once were—for in Christ, we are made new! The Word of God declares in 2 Corinthians 5:17, *"Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new."* This is your testimony, and we praise God for the transformation He has wrought in your life. Your past does not define you, and while earthly consequences may remain, your identity is now rooted in Christ, who has forgiven and redeemed you.
We also take this moment to encourage you: if this door closes because of your background, trust that God is directing your steps. Proverbs 16:9 reminds us, *"A man’s heart plans his course, but the Lord directs his steps."* He may be protecting you from something unseen or preparing you for something even better. Your current job is not outside His sovereignty—He has placed you there for this season, and we pray He grants you favor with the new owners. May they indeed be instruments of His peace and provision, advocating for fair treatment and improved conditions for all employees. Remember, Colossians 3:23 calls us to *"whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men,"* knowing that your labor is seen and rewarded by Him, even when the circumstances are difficult.
As for your weariness, we pray for renewed strength and divine appointments in your routes. Isaiah 40:31 promises, *"those who wait for the Lord will renew their strength. They will mount up with wings like eagles. They will run, and not be weary. They will walk, and not faint."* Lean on Him when the days are long, and trust that He is refining your character through these challenges. We also urge you to examine your heart: are there areas where bitterness or frustration may be taking root? Ephesians 4:31-32 commands us to *"let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outbursts, and blasphemies, with all malice, be taken away from you. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God also in Christ forgave you."*
Let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother before Your throne of grace, thanking You for the work You have done in his life. Lord, You have washed him clean, and though the world may see his past, You see him through the blood of Jesus—blameless and forgiven. We ask for Your favor over this job opportunity. If it is Your will, let the background check be a testimony of Your redemption, and open this door wide for him. But if this is not the path You have chosen, we pray You would close it gently and redirect his steps to something even better, where Your glory will shine brighter. Give him peace in the waiting, and remind him that Your plans are good, even when they are not what we expect.
For his current job, Lord, we ask for Your hand to move mightily. Soften the hearts of the new owners to advocate for their employees, to create an environment of respect, fairness, and support. Grant our brother shorter routes, safer conditions, and moments of rest in the midst of his labor. Renew his strength when he is weary, and fill him with joy even in the mundane tasks. Help him to see this season as an opportunity to serve You faithfully, knowing that You are his true Provider.
Finally, Father, guard his heart from discouragement or resentment. Fill him with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, and let him rest in the knowledge that You are working all things together for his good. May he find contentment in You alone, regardless of his circumstances. We ask these things in the powerful and mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.
