When you just want to quit!

Jim Brangenberg June 18, 2020

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Have you ever had such a bad day at work, that you just wanted to quit and walk out? What is the root of that kind of frustration?

I really think it’s a misunderstanding of our true role at work. So many of us grew up in households, churches or communities where we were told that true ministry work is done within the four walls of the church or overseas in some foreign country. It wasn’t until I was 40 years old that I finally understood that my workplace was my place of ministry. Well if that’s the case, then quitting my job means quitting my ministry.  

I think it boils down to realizing you are called to your work. The people you work with and the job you do are not by chance. Your coworkers need to meet Jesus, and you may be their only chance to hear the Gospel.

You have been placed at your workplace by God. It is your primary place of ministry outside of your home. You spend more time there than any other place outside home.

Step back and think about it. Why is it you want to quit? Is it deep frustration or a problem with a coworker or boss? Is it an unsafe or harassing workplace?  If it is, then it may be time to find another job if you aren’t able to impact the culture. 

But what if it is a relationship issue or simply boredom with a job? When we look at our workplace as ” just a job,” we fail to see the significance of our work. We fail to see the significance of God placing us among a bunch of His image bearers that don’t know Him yet. He chose you to impact those people with your relationship, your excellence of work and your faith story.  If you quit, who is going to pick up that job when you leave?

There is no question we will change jobs, and sometimes we need to quit an unhealthy place, but howwe change jobs can make a big difference. Burning and blowing up the bridges could cause someone to have toxic feelings towards Christianity. We can’t take that chance.

If you feel like quitting your job, remember, you were placed there just like Paul the apostle was placed on that prisoner ship to Rome. On purpose, on time. God wants to partner with you in your work. Why? Because it is your place of ministry.

You are needed. You are important. You are loved. You are there on purpose, for a purpose. 

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Jim Brangenberg is an established leader in the faith and work movement who has over 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur and business owner. In 2013, God called him and his wife, Martha, to begin the iWork4Him Talk Show, where they have had the privilege of challenging thousands across the globe with the simple message that your workplace is your mission field. In addition, he and Martha have co-authored a series of collaborative books, iWork4Him, sheWorks4Him, and iRetire4Him. Learn More »

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