My husband is getting bored with his 20 yr. plus job and thinks that he would like to look for something else in his field that would be more or a challenge. I support him and am willing to move. My son (13) seems to be OK with the thought but my daughter (10) would not adapt very well. I'm in the process of getting information together since I have more time than my husband does. I have mixed feelings thinking that maybe we should totally trust God or seek ourselves for the information. It seems that the area we are thinking about moving to is just made for my husband's type of engineering work and the opportunities for our children would be greater for their futures. My husband and I are both so stressed out about not knowing what decision to make. A move could cause my daughter's anxiety to come back but she should learn that life is all about different changes-some good and some bad, right?
2007-09-06 03:44:35 · 18 answers · asked by anjoek5859 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
God gives us the knowledge to seek out information and expects us to do so. That is why he gave us questioning and curious minds.
Also do not underestimate how well your daughter will adapt, kids are far more resilient than we currently give them credit for, even if she is resistent, she is just a bit scared, but that is normal. Many families must move and have no choice and their kids adapt quite well typically.
As long as you are providing stability, which it seems you are, then a child should not call the shot on moving. The adults should.
These is little more frustrating to a person, especially a man than being bored or unfulfilled in a job.
Again, God expects us to help ourselves and seek out knowledge and information as well as deciding prayfully and based upon the information we acquire what to do.
Ben Franklin in his wisdom said "God helps those who help themselves" and i think there is great wisdom in that.
2007-09-06 03:55:23 · answer #1 · answered by rumbler_12 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Humans have choice. I believe the Creator expects us to make our own decisions but they should be made with prayer for opened eyes and minds to see what He has planned. The Lord will not tell you "no" nor will you find your destiny handed to you. Always trust the Creator, trust him in your search for a better way of life, He's there to guide you and hold you up but you need to make the effort for your own change. Also, children need to know that life is all about changes, nothing stays the same. We all have to deal with that. Good luck and many blessings!
2007-09-06 10:57:31 · answer #2 · answered by thymus_x_citriodorus 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are two keys for knowing God's will for a given situation (1) Make sure what you are asking for or considering doing is not something the Bible forbids. (2) Make sure what you are asking for or are considering doing will glorify God and help you grow spiritually. If these two things are true and God still is not giving you what you are asking – then it is likely not God’s will for you to have what you are asking for. Or, perhaps you just need to wait a while longer for it. Knowing God’s will is sometimes difficult. People want God to basically tell them what to do – where to work, where to live, who to marry, etc. Romans 12:2 tells us, "Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is - His good, pleasing and perfect will."
God rarely gives people that direct and specific of information. God allows us to make choices regarding those things. The only decision God does not want us to make is the decision to sin or resist His will. God wants us to make choices that are in agreement with His will. So, how do you know what God’s will is for you? If you are walking closely with the Lord and truly desiring His will for your life – God will place His desires on your heart. The key is wanting God’s will, not your own. “Delight yourself in the LORD and He will give you the desires of your heart” (Psalm 37:4). If the Bible does not speak against it, and it can genuinely benefit you spiritually - then the Bible gives you the "permission" to make decisions and to follow your heart.
Recommended Resource: Cure for the Common Life: Living in Your Sweet Spot by Max Lucado.
2007-09-06 11:02:04 · answer #3 · answered by Freedom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Both! A man plans his way and his steps are guided by God.then Trust in God and not your own understanding,You know whats best for your family,your daughter will be fine if theres more opportunity for all involved should be No Problem!Change is Good!
2007-09-06 10:53:29 · answer #4 · answered by Inou 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe in God. But God won't make up your mind. It's called free will.
For what it's worth, you can't know the future. You just take your best stab at it. The move may turn out to be horrible for your son and great for your daughter, contrary to your fears. You may all get run over by a bus if you stay -- or if you go.
We make our decisions; afterwards, we do the best we can to make them come out right.
2007-09-06 10:49:40 · answer #5 · answered by bonitakale 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are correct as far as your daughter is concerned. There are ways that you all and she can deal with her anxiety. God does want you to totally trust him and he wants you to come to him - that is in prayer as well as believeing in him mind, body, and soul. Praying is aksing for his blessings and he will give you his blessings in your "right of mind" decision. When I say "right of mind" decision - I mean a good decision. He will bless you weather if you stay or move. But this decision - your family has to decide- and then you ask God for his blessings on your stay or your move. I hope everything works out for you.
2007-09-06 11:01:36 · answer #6 · answered by spreetray 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
we are under the God fated. asking for blessing is a must. ask for God so that he knows what you want. God is caring and loving. but we cant just sit down and wait for the good things. we have to search it. everyone will get bored with the 20yr. plus job. what to do? it is your responsibilities. just think of your children's. they will get frust if we took a wrong decision. maybe you are very tired. apply for a long holiday and enjoy yourself. then you will find that you are longing for your job.
2007-09-06 11:04:22 · answer #7 · answered by LadyAnis 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My understanding is that we are to trust God implicitly with everything.
He does allow us the freedom to go our own way and at times we will accidentally pick +HIS+ way, sometimes the way that we choose will seem to work out properly, other times not so much.
If you will trust God with your entire life, then all things will work together for your best interests.
2007-09-06 10:50:27 · answer #8 · answered by credo quia est absurdum 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Noah had to build the ark. God can guide your steps, but you have to move.
In other words, God does not work with parked cars.
2007-09-06 10:49:22 · answer #9 · answered by Christmas Light Guy 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you do pray for guidance and you are a christian please ask God to hear your prayer and ask in the name of His son Jesus. God helps those who help themselves Seek the information you need also. Do both and do both well.
Best Wishes.
2007-09-06 10:55:42 · answer #10 · answered by woodster 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋