Okay, so God took me out of the job that I was in before. It was paying very well, but I never spent time with Him at all and was consumed by this job. The job that I have now pays a lot less, but I spend time with Him daily in worship and prayer and my needs seem to be taken care of. I have come to be grateful and accepting of this position in my life now. Yesterday, I was told by a family member that there are positions available in my old job that pay EVEN MORE money. I applied but I don't have peace about this knowing the job will consume me again although I would have A LOT of extra money and pay off bills etc. What am I to do? The Bible tells us not to seek the things of the world (i.e. money etc.). I feel this is a temptation away from Him. Anyone else experience this type of thing? What should I do? Christian answers are appreciated. Thank you!
2007-11-04 07:26:19 · 12 answers · asked by Martie 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Yes, that is a fine line. One must practice both reverential honor with paying one's bills. Sometimes all it take to pay one's obligations as regards bills is to strip away unnecessary expenses and live on what is needed for life rather than what is wanted.
2007-11-04 07:31:56 · answer #1 · answered by Tim 47 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would take the better job, assuming you enjoy that job more or the same as the one you are at. Possibly you can make more time by giving up something else..like a tv show or some other time consuming activity that isn't really needed. You can save the extra money, which will let you retire earlier and you will have more time overall to devote to God
2007-11-04 07:41:52 · answer #2 · answered by luke 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is hard to know what to do, with so many temptations around us. If you feel that you get consumed by this job, and do not spend enough time with God, then perhaps you should not take the job. But, if you can find a way to still spend time with God and do the job, then take the job. It sounds as if your desires are not greedy, so that is good. Of course, you do not say with the old job was and what your new job is, so it is hard to be more specific.
What I can suggest, though, is to pray, and listen to the Spirit speak to you. If you feel confused and uncertain, the Spirit is telling you to not take the job. If you feel good about the job, then take it. The Spirit will answer you, if you seek him.
2007-11-04 07:36:51 · answer #3 · answered by nymormon 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Gal 6:10 As we have therefore OPPORTUNITY, let us do good unto ALL, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.
this includes yourself.
if you have opportunity to do good for yourself, do it.
if doing good for yourself means spending hours daily in worship, i guess that's what you should do.(i really hate saying this because i believe christ is a false god/golden calf)
if you believe doing good for yourself means creating a savings account so that you can retire rather than working until you have no choice but to go into an old folk's home, then maybe that's what you should do.
it's all in your perspective. but remember that God does not want you to neglect yourself.
2007-11-04 07:40:29 · answer #4 · answered by eelai000 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like you are being tempted by more money and need someone to justify it.
Do what you are comfortable with. Trust God to let you know what is best and take care of your needs. There is nothing wrong with making more money but if it steals from God, He won't like it. Don't promise to increase your tithe and offering to Him. That doesn't work. He doesn't need the money.
2007-11-04 07:35:02 · answer #5 · answered by bigrick45 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Whether a christian or not. Sometimes money isn't everything. Especially when it comes to a job.
2007-11-04 07:36:36 · answer #6 · answered by punch 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would go with your inner voice. What is it telling you to do? and how do you feel about it. If your inner voice tells you to stay where you are, what do you feel? If it tells you to move on. What do you feel? If you're praying to God, He will help you decide what to do. He will be your inner voice. Listen to Him. And have FAITH that He will guide you to do what's best for you.
Since you say you don't have peace. You seem to have answered your own question.
2007-11-04 07:39:59 · answer #7 · answered by believer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is nothing wrong with being ambitious and wanting money to make life easier and to be able to serve others ... its the love of money thats evil .. pray ... and wait for God to direct you
2007-11-04 08:19:58 · answer #8 · answered by Bella 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The love of money is the root of all evil. Follow your heart to the Son.
2007-11-04 07:37:22 · answer #9 · answered by pwwatson8888 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Let "Peace" be your Umpire.
yeah, satan will always try to mess us up.
This Stuff is Tricky.
You already said you don't have Peace about it.
You might have Already Answered your Own Question.
Hope this Helps.
2007-11-04 07:32:54 · answer #10 · answered by maguyver727 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋