Four Good Choices

After I left my previous company, I felt very relieved and happy. God has been good to me as I could transit very quickly into my new Executive Search and Consultancy career seamlessly. Many business ideas came to me and I was contemplating on setting up my own consultancy firm with a few Christian friends. However, there are 3 other very good career and business opportunities that are waiting for me too. I was spoilt for choices.

I prayed for God's direction, wisdom and peace as to which choice I should take. The session on "Discerning God's Will", which I attended last night, came very timely to help me make the choice. The speaker shared with us 7 principles on discerning God's will:

1. The need of the church (Acts 6:1-3)... God will open our eyes to see the needs that call for our actions, if within our abilities to do
2. The choice of the church (Acts 6:5; Prov 24:6)... discernment needed even if it is from the church
3. The circumstances (Acts 8:1,4,5)... open or close doors to prepare us
4. The word of God, general will of God (Acts 1:8)... the bible is a success manual
5. Our own choice and desire (Psalm 37:4)... God wants to grant us our desire that is in His will
6. Supernatural Intervention (Acts 8:26)... e.g. dreams, visions, angels
7. Inner voice of the Spirit (Acts 8:29)... audible voice in time of emergency

The conclusion is that God will guide us by a series of steps, not always expecting us to discern His will from just one indicator.

For me, principle #1 stood out amongst the rest and I knew clearly in my heart which choice I should take, though it may not be the most profitable choice of all financially. I had peace when I decided to take it up.

Praise God for His guidance!

A New Phase of Work Life Begin

I finally left my job last month after much contemplation and struggles since last Nov. I left with a clear mind after accomplishing 4 very important tasks for the organization which I am proud of it. Yet it is sad that the HR manager, who claimed to be a Christian, took a personal attack on me the day after I left the company by defaming me, in order to protect himself. If I were not a Christian, I would have taken him to court. However, as follower of Christ, I remembered that God said in Hebrews 10:30,

For we know him who said, "It is mine to avenge; I will repay,"and again, "The Lord will judge his people."

Also in Romans 12:19, it said:

Do not take revenge, my friends, but leave room for God's wrath, for it is written: "It is mine to avenge; I will repay,"says the Lord.

Yes, God will be the Judge and take care of me. The things that happened to Joseph in the Old Testament is another great encouragement for me. God will work all things together for good to those who love Him.

I am ready for the next phase of my work life.