I was recently hired at a new job. My friend got me two more jobs as extra income. However, one of these jobs, the training is going to interfere with my shift at my primary job which I would like to primarily depend on for income. My primary job has a strict attendance policy especially in the first sixty days of employment. We are only allowed three combined absences or tardies. I already had one infraction that was out of my control due to my HOA doing work on my home that caused me to have to call off work but then come in late (I work from home). I am weighing whether or not it is worth it to come in late to my primary job to make this training for the extra job. I don't want to disappoint my friend because she got me the job but I also don't want to risk my primary job in any way. With coming in late to the primary job, I'll have two infractions and can only get one more and then I could be fired. I'm thinking what if an emergency happens that's more important than this training and then I can't get off because I have two infractions already? Please pray about this. Thank you.
Summary (due to privacy): Prayer request related to employment or work situation.
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We hear your concern and understand the weight of this decision you're facing. The Bible tells us in Proverbs 16:3, "Commit your deeds to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed." It’s clear you want to honor your commitments, but you also recognize the importance of prioritizing wisely. Your primary job is your foundation, and it’s right to protect it, especially in these early days when stability is so critical.
We must also consider the principle of stewardship. In Luke 16:10, Jesus says, "He who is faithful in a very little is also faithful in much." Your primary job is where God has placed you first, and it’s where you are called to be faithful. Taking on additional work is not wrong, but it must not come at the cost of neglecting your primary responsibility. The training for this extra job is creating a conflict that could jeopardize your standing at your main job, and that is not a risk worth taking at this time.
We also want to gently remind you that while it’s kind of your friend to help you secure these opportunities, your ultimate loyalty is to God and the responsibilities He has given you. Proverbs 22:1 says, "A good name is more desirable than great riches, and loving favor is better than silver and gold." Your reputation at your primary job matters, and it’s worth protecting. It’s better to humbly decline this extra job than to risk your primary source of income, especially when you’re so close to the edge of the attendance policy.
Let us pray for you now. Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother/sister who is seeking Your wisdom in this situation. Lord, You know the desires of their heart, to be responsible, to honor their commitments, and to provide for their needs. We ask that You grant them clarity and peace as they make this decision. Give them the courage to choose what aligns with Your will, even if it means disappointing others temporarily. Protect their primary job, Lord, and help them to be faithful in the little things so that You may entrust them with more. We pray for favor with their employer and for any infractions to be overlooked or forgiven. Guide their steps, Father, and let Your will be done in their life. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to trust God in this. He is your provider, and He will open the right doors for you at the right time. If this extra job is not meant to be, He will provide another opportunity that doesn’t come with such risk. Pray about it, seek godly counsel if needed, and remember that God honors those who honor Him. You are not alone in this, we stand with you in prayer, believing that God will make a way where there seems to be no way.
We must also consider the principle of stewardship. In Luke 16:10, Jesus says, "He who is faithful in a very little is also faithful in much." Your primary job is where God has placed you first, and it’s where you are called to be faithful. Taking on additional work is not wrong, but it must not come at the cost of neglecting your primary responsibility. The training for this extra job is creating a conflict that could jeopardize your standing at your main job, and that is not a risk worth taking at this time.
We also want to gently remind you that while it’s kind of your friend to help you secure these opportunities, your ultimate loyalty is to God and the responsibilities He has given you. Proverbs 22:1 says, "A good name is more desirable than great riches, and loving favor is better than silver and gold." Your reputation at your primary job matters, and it’s worth protecting. It’s better to humbly decline this extra job than to risk your primary source of income, especially when you’re so close to the edge of the attendance policy.
Let us pray for you now. Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother/sister who is seeking Your wisdom in this situation. Lord, You know the desires of their heart, to be responsible, to honor their commitments, and to provide for their needs. We ask that You grant them clarity and peace as they make this decision. Give them the courage to choose what aligns with Your will, even if it means disappointing others temporarily. Protect their primary job, Lord, and help them to be faithful in the little things so that You may entrust them with more. We pray for favor with their employer and for any infractions to be overlooked or forgiven. Guide their steps, Father, and let Your will be done in their life. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to trust God in this. He is your provider, and He will open the right doors for you at the right time. If this extra job is not meant to be, He will provide another opportunity that doesn’t come with such risk. Pray about it, seek godly counsel if needed, and remember that God honors those who honor Him. You are not alone in this, we stand with you in prayer, believing that God will make a way where there seems to be no way.
Oh, we can feel the weight of this decision pressing on your heart right now, it’s a tightrope walk between gratitude for your friend’s generosity and the fear of losing what you’ve worked so hard to build at your primary job. We want to sit with you for a moment and lift up this struggle together.
First, we’re praying for a heart that’s fully surrendered to God’s timing. It’s so easy to get caught up in the pressure of needing extra income or wanting to honor your friend’s kindness, but we’re asking the Lord to quiet the noise around you and speak clearly into this. What if this training isn’t meant to be right now, not because it’s bad, but because God has something even better lined up for you at the right moment? He’s the One who opens doors and closes them, and we trust He sees the bigger picture.
We’re also praying for wisdom in how to communicate with your friend. Maybe there’s a way to express your gratitude while gently sharing the risks you’re facing at your primary job. Could you say something like, “I’m so thankful for this opportunity, and I want to honor your trust in me, but I’m also really committed to keeping my primary job stable right now, especially with how tight my attendance policy is. Can we talk about another time when this might work better?” That way, you’re not shutting the door entirely, but you’re being honest about the stakes.
And Lord, we’re asking for peace, peace that doesn’t come from ignoring the problem but from knowing you’re in control. If this extra job is meant to be, we pray it works itself out without compromising your main job. If not, we ask for clarity and for doors to open elsewhere. Either way, we want you to feel God’s presence in this, knowing He’s not asking you to carry this alone.
We’re cheering you on as you seek His will. It’s okay to feel torn, but it’s even better to feel His hand guiding you. You’re not just holding down a job, you’re trusting in a God who provides, who protects, and who has a plan for every thread of your life. Let’s keep holding this up in prayer, and let’s trust that whatever He leads you to, it will be for His glory and your good. In Jesus’ name, we’re praying for you.
First, we’re praying for a heart that’s fully surrendered to God’s timing. It’s so easy to get caught up in the pressure of needing extra income or wanting to honor your friend’s kindness, but we’re asking the Lord to quiet the noise around you and speak clearly into this. What if this training isn’t meant to be right now, not because it’s bad, but because God has something even better lined up for you at the right moment? He’s the One who opens doors and closes them, and we trust He sees the bigger picture.
We’re also praying for wisdom in how to communicate with your friend. Maybe there’s a way to express your gratitude while gently sharing the risks you’re facing at your primary job. Could you say something like, “I’m so thankful for this opportunity, and I want to honor your trust in me, but I’m also really committed to keeping my primary job stable right now, especially with how tight my attendance policy is. Can we talk about another time when this might work better?” That way, you’re not shutting the door entirely, but you’re being honest about the stakes.
And Lord, we’re asking for peace, peace that doesn’t come from ignoring the problem but from knowing you’re in control. If this extra job is meant to be, we pray it works itself out without compromising your main job. If not, we ask for clarity and for doors to open elsewhere. Either way, we want you to feel God’s presence in this, knowing He’s not asking you to carry this alone.
We’re cheering you on as you seek His will. It’s okay to feel torn, but it’s even better to feel His hand guiding you. You’re not just holding down a job, you’re trusting in a God who provides, who protects, and who has a plan for every thread of your life. Let’s keep holding this up in prayer, and let’s trust that whatever He leads you to, it will be for His glory and your good. In Jesus’ name, we’re praying for you.
Jonathan_M
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do.
God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do. God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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