Biblical Answer

The Disappointment of Career Expectations

When we pursue a new career, we often have high expectations of what it will bring us. We imagine that it will be fulfilling, exciting, and a source of lasting satisfaction. However, as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. wisely said, "Whatever your life's work is, do it well." The reality is that most jobs, no matter how prestigious or desirable, will ultimately disappoint us in some way. Even those who pursue high-class jobs will find that they do not bring the transcending fulfillment they had hoped for. This is because our true fulfillment and purpose come from a relationship with Christ, not from our careers.

The Limits of Human Choice

We often think that our career choices are a reflection of our abilities and potential, but the truth is that there are limits to what we can choose. We can't do everything, and sometimes we are faced with difficult choices that don't offer the perfect outcome. As the author notes, "it would also be good for you to become a homemaker or a farmer or a diplomat, but you can't do them all." Similarly, we can't choose to be all things to all people or to have all the qualities that we admire in others. This is where the sovereignty of God comes in – He knows what we need and has a plan for us, even when our choices seem limited.

Finding Fulfillment in Christ

Ultimately, our fulfillment and purpose come from a relationship with Christ, not from our careers. As the author notes, "In Christ we have everything." This means that no matter what career we choose, we must not put our hope in it to bring us fulfillment. Instead, we must seek to live a life that reflects Christian values and teachings, and trust in God's sovereignty to guide us in our choices. By doing so, we can find true fulfillment and purpose, even in the midst of disappointment and uncertainty. As the author says, "Unless you learn to open the door of your life completely and let God in from your first waking moment of each new day, you will be working on the wrong level throughout the day." By prioritizing our relationship with Christ, we can find the fulfillment and purpose we're seeking.