Christians, need ideas for direction in which way to pray?

Question

Christians, I have a question for you. It's regarding prayer. I have been having some problems on my job with a superior who gives me work to do. I am in training and doing a great job. But, I am being treated as if I am too slow. And, given work to do that puts me into conflict with others because my superior does not want to deal with it. And, when directions are given about how to do a specific task, it's alway's very fast and not too much information given. I sense that this superior is possibly jealous of me. There are others who they delegate work to, but, for some reason, I am the one who gets treated like I don't know what I am doing. If I am given a task and I finish it quickly, I get comments like, you can't be finished already, well, I guess it was a simple task afterall. Never, you are doing a great job. What I would like to know is, how would you pray about this situation. I am being talked down to on a daily basis and I am alway's watched and kept very busy. I haven't done anything but do my work and treat this person with respect. If I ask a question, I alway's get a sarcastic answer. I have been tempted to ask the Lord to move this person out of the office for good, but, I don't know if this would be the best solution or make things worse, as I don't know who I would be working with, and if I were jumping out of the frying pan, into the fire. Please give me some ideas of effective ways to pray to kick this demon out of my way for good.

Answer 1

James 1:2 My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, 3 knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. 4 But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.



Romans 12:14 Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. 15 Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep. 16 Be of the same mind toward one another. Do not set your mind on high things, but associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your own opinion. 1



7 Repay no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in the sight of all men. 18 If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men. 19 Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, "VENGEANCE IS MINE, I WILL REPAY," says the Lord.



20 Therefore "IF YOUR ENEMY IS HUNGRY, FEED HIM; IF HE IS THIRSTY, GIVE HIM A DRINK; FOR IN SO DOING YOU WILL HEAP COALS OF FIRE ON HIS HEAD." 21 Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.



1 Peter 2:18 Servants, be submissive to your masters with all fear, not only to the good and gentle, but also to the harsh. 19 For this is commendable, if because of conscience toward God one endures grief, suffering wrongfully. 20 For what credit is it if, when you are beaten for your faults, you take it patiently? But when you do good and suffer, if you take it patiently, this is commendable before God.



21 For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that you should follow His steps: 22 "WHO COMMITTED NO SIN, NOR WAS DECEIT FOUND IN HIS MOUTH"; 23 who, when He was reviled, did not revile in return; when He suffered, He did not threaten, but committed Himself to Him who judges righteously; 24 who Himself bore our sins in His own body on the tree, that we, having died to sins, might live for righteousness--by whose stripes you were healed. 25 For you were like sheep going astray, but have now returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.

Answer 2

There is not requirement to face in any direction of the compass, nor is there any requirement to assume a certain posture or body position. It is left up to the person praying to do what they feel is best. Many Christians knees, many bow their heads and fold their hands, others hold their hands high and face toward heaven. I often pray while sitting, walking or just going about my everyday life without considering posture or direction.

Answer 3

I know that this sounds crazy, but ask God to bless your boss and co-workers. I've read testimony where someone was told to pray and ask God to bless someone who was antagonizing them or a bad influence on a son, they did, the people got blessed and the situations resolved themselves. The antagonizer got a better job and left the office and the son's friend got a scholarship at a school far away and got saved too.



Also, pray over your office like you would over your home. Pleading the blood of Jesus.



Are you forgiving them?

Answer 4

I know this isn't going to SEEM like and answer to your question...but really it is, all parts are important.



1) Get on your knees...this really is important.

2) Address the Father reverently.

3) Make sure you spend a good amount of time on what you are grateful for. And consider find things that are good about the person you are praying for help with. Find something about that person that you can be grateful for.

4) Repent. Repent of your bad feelings towards this person. Repent of anything you can think of that would prevent you from being able to feel the Spirit.

5) ask for what you need in regards to this situation. Ask for peace and understanding. Ask for the ability to have compassion for this person and be able to do the work that is being put to you etc. And as always...ask that you would be able to see and know what the Father would have YOU do.



You might want to pray for a different attitude on your behalf. One that would allow you to do what you need to do in regards to your job and the training...without feeling threatened by this person.



6) Close in the Name of Jesus Christ...amen.



It is difficult path to take...but it is worth it in the end...mostly because you know YOU have done everything that YOU need to do and allowed God to work with you and for you towards your best interest. Just remember...the only person YOU can control is YOU.



Hope this helps



M

Answer 5

Its not easy.



When I was a teen, I had a boss like that. He knew I was a practicing chritian, and that didnt help- plus I am not the fastest guy in the world.



I just keep thinking about how Jesus hung there for me, and sort of imagined myself (sometimes) on my own cross next to him.



I know my sufferings are worthless in one sense - but ive also come to realize over time that "the one mediator between god and man" has deeper meaning. I cant earn my salvation, never. But I can "hang out" with him (literally) on my cross and it takes nothing away from him, pleases him cause I wanna be with him- cause every one wants to embrace the glorious cross(me too !), but much less want to be with him, sympathising, on Good Friday.



God bless u !!!



But,still, ask God to take care of the problem. He certainly can!!! but, if he tarries, that's how i dealt with it b4. "In everything, give thanks"

Answer 6

Sounds as if this person see's you as a threat. The only recourse is to do the task and work to your best ability and dismiss their words and actions as coming from their own fears. Instead of seeing it as a nuisance to yourself see it as an obstacle you have to put up with for the moment.

Answer 7

You can ask God if this is for you than let it be, if it is not than please take this away. I cannot really tell you how to pray for your prayer is your personal communication w/ God. Of course since you do believe that God is your answer than you also know that whatever happens he will give you something better. Walk with him every day. Was Jesus not Mocked and tortured? Ask him to walk with you every day when you wake up and involve that in your prayers w/ God. God Bless.

Answer 8

bless those who spitefully use u,begin to pray for your boss,pray for God to bless him or her.continue to be respectful,and do all your work unto God,serve your boss as though u were only working for God.God will bless u for your faithfulness and your boss will have a change of heart for u.ask the holy spirit to direct your prayers,do u pray in tongues just do that as u will be praying not with selfish ambitions,but the holy spirit will be making intercession.forgive this person as well,God uses these situations to give u more of Christ in u.to kill what isn't the heart of Christ for people,its not fun and painful,just submit yourself to God.Shalom

Answer 9

You may want to think about whether their style of instructing you is not suitable for you and how you would prefer to be instructed. I also think that you need to stand up for yourself more so that the person does not run roughshod over your feelings. Lastly you may wish to look for a job and have a job to go to before you leave this workplace.

Answer 10

"Please give me some ideas of effective ways to to to kick this demon out of my way for good."



No. That is not what prayer is about in the least. If that is your intention, God will not grant it to you. Get into black magic, since your intentions are clearly evil and done only for your own benefit, with the desire to harm others.

Answer 11

I always pray for God's will to be done in my work place

on a daily bases.Ask him to change the circumstances in your situation to glorify him.

Answer 12

pray this: God, whatever is for the highest good of all concerned in this matter, let it be. also, whateve is in alignment with the divine blueprint of my life, let it be. God, help. use your own words with what you are comfortable with, of course, God Bless You. i know it must feel awful to be talk down to like that. i embrace you with compassion and warmth from my being to yours.

Answer 13

listen to me: pray to God as if your having a conversation with Him...it will be the best way, tell him about your problems etc



ALSO...remember 4 things:



everything works for the good

everything is God's Will

wait for the Lord (ie patience)

God is existent



If you feel that God is existent and you are not alone, that will make you rest assured. he supports you, for He said to us " But the very hairs of your head are all numbered" (Mt. 10:30). God loves you, defends you, and does not will to deliver you to love your enemies for the Holy Bible said "The Lord will fight for you and you shall hold your peace." (Ex. 14:14)



Even if any problems surround you, feel secure and say to yourself: God is existent...if my enemy is strong, God is stronger. If this problem is complicated, God is able to solve it.



"The things that are impossible with men are possible with God" (Lk. 18:27)



Have God between you and distress, so it will vanish and the loving God remains...but also dont put distress between you and God, lest you lost God's help and distress remains with you. then ull just complain ...



once again, youll also be assured at the time of distress is you say to yourself: Everything works for the good.



In the Bible, Joseph was sold as a servant by his brothers, and was falsely accused, so he was put in prision, BUT STILL all that was for good. They intended evil to him, but God intended good and turned evil into good (he became king of egypt afterwards btw). also ull get encouraged by this: "everything works for good to those who love God" (rom 8:28)



how many distresses resulted in good things! so live by hope and faith in the coming good, not in the present distress.



also pray to God to be with you and strengthen you. If he delays his responce, do not get annoyed or distressed or lose your peace. you will be comforted by this verse of the psalm:

"wait on the Lord; Be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heard; Wait, I say, on the Lord" (ps 27:14)



It may seem that God lingers, but surely He will come even in the last watch of the night, so wait on Him with a strong heart.



and finnaly: bearing distresses is a great virtue annd greateer still is to rejoice in distress



The End



ps dont listen to LDS~Tens...it is NOT good to focus on your outward appearance during prayer for even Jesus was raised in a manger

Answer 14

> Christians, need ideas for direction in which way to pray?



I thought we were supposed to pray while facing toward Mecca.

Answer 15

Rather than praying, why don't you learn about reality, yourself, and possibly how to deal with people like this. I'm guessing you're probably really clueless when it comes to human interactions.

Answer 16

pray for your boss to be blessed, really mean it though

he might have things going on that you dont know about

pray for favor in his eyes, and pray for patience for you both



(also be careful who you talk to, some places have "rats")

Answer 17

Pray for your supervisor and for patience and wisdom in dealing with him.

Answer 18

Towards the Pentagon, yo!

Answer 19

Just stop praying and get on with your work!

Answer 20

christianity is not about that