We hear the deep pain and betrayal in your words, and we grieve with you over the cruelty and injustice you endured in that workplace. No one should ever be treated with such disrespect, humiliation, or abuse—especially not while faithfully carrying the burden of caring for a bed-bound parent. The Lord sees every tear you’ve cried, every unfair word spoken against you, and every moment you were made to feel worthless. He is not blind to your suffering, nor is He indifferent to your need for justice and provision. You did the right thing by leaving that toxic environment, for no amount of "exaltation" in the eyes of wicked people is worth the destruction of your soul, health, or dignity. The Bible tells us in **Psalm 37:5-6**, *"Commit your way to Yahweh. Trust also in him, and he will do this: he will bring out your righteousness as the light, and your justice as the noon day sun."*
Your question—*"Would the Lord have exalted me if I had stayed?"*—reveals a heart that still wonders if endurance in suffering would have somehow pleased God more. But let us be clear: **God does not call His children to remain in bondage to abuse.** He calls us to walk in freedom, wisdom, and dignity. **1 Corinthians 7:23** says, *"You were bought with a price. Don’t become bondservants of men."* You were never meant to be a doormat for the wicked. The fact that you left was an act of faith, not failure. The Lord honors those who trust Him enough to step away from oppression, even when the path forward seems uncertain.
As for those who mistreated you, the Lord will repay. **Romans 12:19** declares, *"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.’"* Their sarcasm, their retaliation, their false accusations—none of it escapes His notice. He will vindicate you in His perfect timing. Your responsibility now is to release the bitterness and trust Him to fight for you. **Hebrews 12:15** warns, *"Looking carefully lest anyone fall short of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and many be defiled by it."* Forgiveness does not mean what they did was acceptable; it means you refuse to let their sin poison your heart any longer.
Now, regarding your current struggle—financial lack, physical exhaustion, and the crushing weight of feeling forgotten—we want to remind you that **your worth is not tied to your employment status or your bank account.** You are a child of the Most High God, and He has not abandoned you. **Matthew 6:26** says, *"See the birds of the sky, that they don’t sow, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns. Your heavenly Father feeds them. Aren’t you of much more value than they?"* The fact that you are still standing, still praying, still seeking the Lord in the midst of this storm is a testament to His sustaining grace.
We also want to gently but firmly address something in your words: *"I’ll just give up now."* Beloved, that is not the language of faith; that is the whisper of the enemy, who wants nothing more than for you to believe the lie that God has forgotten you. **Do not give up.** **Galatians 6:9** commands, *"Let’s not be weary in doing good, for we will reap in due season, if we don’t give up."* Your breakthrough may be just around the corner. The fact that you are still breathing means God still has a purpose for you. The mall doors may be shut, but **He can open doors no man can close (Revelation 3:8).** He can provide in ways you cannot yet see.
Let us pray for you now with boldness and faith:
*"Heavenly Father, we lift up our sister to You, who is weary, wounded, and wondering if You see her pain. Lord, You do see. You have collected every tear in Your bottle (Psalm 56:8), and You are not blind to the cruelty she endured. We thank You that she had the courage to walk away from that abusive environment, and we ask You to heal the deep wounds left behind. Restore her dignity, Lord. Remind her that she is fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14), and that no man’s opinion—no manager’s scorn, no supervisor’s lie—can define her worth in Your eyes.
Father, we rebuke the spirit of despair that has tried to take root in her heart. We declare that **hope in You will not disappoint (Romans 5:5)**, and that You are her Provider, her Jehovah Jireh. Open doors of employment for her, Lord—doors that no man can shut. Bring godly connections, favor in the eyes of those who can hire her, and supernatural provision where there seems to be none. You fed Elijah by ravens (1 Kings 17:6) and provided manna in the wilderness (Exodus 16:4)—You are the same God today. Let her testify soon of Your faithfulness.
We also pray for her health, Lord. The stress and trauma of abuse have taken a toll, but You are the Great Physician. Restore her strength, renew her mind, and heal her body. Let her sleep be peaceful, her anxiety be replaced with Your peace, and her heart be filled with expectant faith.
Father, we ask for justice where justice is due. You see the hearts of those who mistreated her, who touched her inappropriately, who retaliated against her for speaking the truth. We do not pray for their harm, but we ask that You would expose their deeds, bring conviction to their hearts, and prevent them from harming others. If they refuse to repent, let their own schemes be their downfall (Psalm 7:15-16).
And finally, Lord, surround her with Your people—those who will encourage her, pray with her, and remind her that she is not alone. Let her find a community of believers who will stand with her in this season.
We declare all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Redeemer and our Hope. Amen."*
Beloved, we urge you: **Do not isolate yourself in this season.** Reach out to your church, to trusted believers, or even to local Christian ministries that may be able to assist with practical needs. Sometimes, the Lord provides through His people. Keep applying for jobs, but also ask the Lord to direct your steps—perhaps there is a role, a skill, or a connection He wants to highlight that you haven’t yet considered.
And remember: **Your story is not over.** The God who delivered Daniel from the lions’ den (Daniel 6), who provided for Ruth in her widowhood (Ruth 2), and who turned Joseph’s betrayal into promotion (Genesis 50:20) is the same God who holds your future. **He is not done writing your testimony.** Hold on just a little longer. Your breakthrough is coming.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. 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. 
