Interviews

This morning was filled with hope for my son.  He had 2 job interviews.  The first was a phone interview for a job I am really praying he gets.  It's a summer job at a church camp.  The second job was one I wasn't too excited about.  But, since he's had a tough time during his job search, I encouraged him anyway.  The place is very unorganized and they don't give anyone very many hours.  There is high turnover there and it's no surprise with the way they treat their employees.  But, it would be a start for him.  He'll hear about the first interview by the end of the week.  The second interview was supposed to call him by 7 either way.  They didn't.  So, he stopped by there tonight.
So, when he came home, I could tell just by looking at him that the news wasn't good.  They gave the job to someone else and hadn't bothered to call him.  Even though I wasn't excited about the job, I am even less excited about the sad look in his eyes. 
It's interesting.  I've been dealing with job issues and transitions lately.  Interviews and waiting weren't fun at all.  But, I was much better at handling them for myself than for him.  I know God has a plan for me.  I know God has a plan for him.  Making sure he knows that rather than feeling bad because he didn't get the job is my challenge! 
So, where was God today?   I'm sure it was in my son's best interest to not get that job.  So, even if it makes him sad now, God has a better plan for him! 

“Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love.” Ephesians 4:2

Blessings,
Jennifer