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Your Question:

Can I really lose my job because of this?

Answer:

Losing a job can be a difficult experience, but it's not the worst calamity that can befall someone. In fact, I've seen people lose their job due to reasons such as stealing from the company, which is rare, or because they're a destructive influence on the workforce, which is more common. As a pastor, I've also seen people lose their job due to budget cuts in times of economic stress.

It's also worth noting that losing a job is not necessarily a reflection of one's abilities or worth as a person. Sometimes, it's simply a matter of being in the wrong place at the wrong time. As the passage mentions, even the most productive and talented people can become destructive influences on the workforce, and managers have a duty to remove them. This doesn't mean that the person is inherently bad or unworthy, but rather that they're not a good fit for the company.

In my experience, people often struggle with the idea of losing a job, but it's not the end of the world. As a Christian, I believe that God can use even difficult situations for our good. My wife Susan and I have talked about this many times, and we've seen how God can use challenges to help people grow and learn. So, while losing a job can be tough, it's not necessarily a reason to be alarmed.

Sources:

acts
r c sproul
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
philippians colossioan philemon
r kent hughes
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
job
francis andersen

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