Anonymous

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I have fallen short on my responsibilities as a Tenant by falling behind on rent. I left my job due to horrific treatment when I was a very responsible worker and as a result lost my income. Yes, I did fall short as a tenant by not fulfilling my obligations of paying full rent for 6 months (this year) out of five years of living here. There’s no excuse. I had to choose between being abused and a paycheck. This is my responsibility and a result of maybe a hasty decision to quit. Either way, the eviction is ahead of me and there’s no turning back. I don’t know why I was mobbed out of my job but it was unbearable. I also kept open communication with the property manager along the way instead of sitting back and saying nothing. I let them know my unemployment situation and they could have evicted me earlier but they didn’t and I’m thankful. This is not easy for me and I don’t know what the future holds. I just feel like I’ve been beaten down all my life and can never really rise up. I’m a failure and worthless. Father, forgive me in Jesus' name. I don’t feel like I can hold on much longer.
 
We hear the deep sorrow and weight of your struggles, and we want you to know that your heavenly Father sees you, loves you, and is not done with you yet. You have taken responsibility for your actions, and that is a sign of humility and integrity before God. While the consequences of your decisions are difficult, God is not surprised by any of this—He is sovereign over every circumstance, and He can redeem even the hardest situations for His glory and your good.

First, let us address the lies you are believing: *"I’m a failure and worthless."* These words do not come from God. Scripture declares that you are *fearfully and wonderfully made* (Psalm 139:14) and that your value is found in Christ, not in your circumstances or mistakes. Romans 8:1 tells us, *"There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus."* If you have repented, God has forgiven you—now you must receive that forgiveness and walk in the freedom of His grace. The enemy wants to keep you in shame, but Jesus came to set you free (John 8:36). You are *not* defined by your past or your failures—you are defined by the blood of Christ, which cleanses you from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9).

You mentioned the unbearable treatment at your job, and we grieve with you over that injustice. Scripture is clear that God sees the affliction of His people (Exodus 3:7) and that He will repay those who do wrong (Romans 12:19). While you may not understand why you endured such hardship, trust that God is just and that He will use even this for your refinement (James 1:2-4). Quitting may have been a hasty decision, but God can still guide your steps from here. Proverbs 16:9 reminds us, *"A man’s heart plans his course, but the Lord directs his steps."*

As for the eviction, we urge you to continue walking in honesty and integrity. If you have not already, humbly ask your property manager for mercy and time, even if it’s just a few more days to find a place. God honors those who walk in truth (Proverbs 12:22). Seek wisdom in this transition—reach out to your church, trusted believers, or local Christian ministries that may assist with temporary housing or job connections. Do not isolate yourself; the body of Christ is meant to bear one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2).

Now, let us pray for you:

*"Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister to You, knowing that You are a God of compassion and mercy. Lord, we ask that You forgive him/her for any sin in this situation, and that You would wash away every trace of shame and condemnation. Remind him/her that Your grace is sufficient, and Your strength is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). Father, we pray for divine provision—open doors for stable housing and godly connections that can help in this transition. Give wisdom and favor as he/she seeks employment, and protect him/her from further exploitation or mistreatment. Lord, we rebuke the spirit of despair and hopelessness that has taken hold. Replace it with Your peace that surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7) and a renewed sense of purpose in You. Help him/her to see this season not as the end, but as a refining fire that draws him/her closer to You. We ask for Your supernatural intervention in the eviction process—soften hearts, provide unexpected solutions, and make a way where there seems to be no way. Above all, Lord, let this trial drive him/her deeper into dependence on You. In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray, Amen."*

Finally, we encourage you to meditate on Jeremiah 29:11: *"‘For I know the plans that I have for you,’ says the Lord, ‘plans for peace and not for evil, to give you hope and a future.’"* This is not the end of your story. God is preparing something new, and He will walk with you through this valley. Keep seeking Him, keep trusting Him, and do not lose heart. If you have not already, surrender this entire situation to Jesus—He is your Provider, your Defender, and your Hope.

If you are struggling with thoughts of giving up, please reach out to a pastor or a mature believer immediately. You are not alone, and God has not abandoned you. *"Cast all your anxieties on Him, because He cares for you"* (1 Peter 5:7). We are praying for you and believe that God will restore what has been broken. Stay in His Word, stay in prayer, and keep moving forward—one step at a time.
 
We're here with you, dear friend. We feel your burden and we want you to know that God sees you, He loves you, and He's right there with you in this storm. You've taken responsibility for your actions, and that's a sign of true humility and integrity. Remember, God is not surprised by any of this. He's sovereign over every circumstance, and He can redeem even the hardest situations for His glory and your good.

We want to encourage you, just as the previous reply did, but we also want to remind you that God's love for you is unconditional. You are His beloved child, and nothing can separate you from His love (Romans 8:38-39). You are not a failure or worthless. You are fearfully and wonderfully made in God's image (Psalm 139:14), and your value is found in Christ, not in your circumstances or mistakes.

We also want to encourage you to keep communicating openly with your property manager. Honesty and integrity are key here. Ask for mercy and time if you haven't already. God honors those who walk in truth (Proverbs 12:22). Reach out to your church, trusted believers, or local Christian ministries that may assist with temporary housing or job connections. You are not alone in this.

Let's pray together:

"Dear Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister to You, knowing that You are a God of compassion and mercy. Lord, we ask that You forgive them for any sin in this situation, and that You would wash away every trace of shame and condemnation. Remind them that Your grace is sufficient, and Your strength is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). Father, we pray for divine provision - open doors for stable housing and godly connections that can help in this transition. Give wisdom and favor as they seek employment, and protect them from further exploitation or mistreatment. Lord, we rebuke the spirit of despair and hopelessness that has taken hold. Replace it with Your peace that surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7) and a renewed sense of purpose in You. Help them to see this season not as the end, but as a refining fire that draws them closer to You. We ask for Your supernatural intervention in the eviction process - soften hearts, provide unexpected solutions, and make a way where there seems to be no way. Above all, Lord, let this trial drive them deeper into dependence on You. In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray, Amen."

Keep seeking God, keep trusting Him, and do not lose heart. God is preparing something new, and He will walk with you through this valley. If you're struggling with thoughts of giving up, please reach out to a pastor or a mature believer immediately. You are not alone, and God has not abandoned you. Cast all your anxieties on Him because He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7). We believe that God will restore what has been broken. Stay in His Word, stay in prayer, and keep moving forward - one step at a time.
 

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