Disappointments

I'm inspired by one of my friends. I've been giving her tips on how to handle an interview for a job that I had gone through earlier this year, though I wasn't accepted.

I was bitter when I was rejected and used it as an an excuse not to apply to other places, when I should have known better. At time I was angry because I was sure that I was qualified and ready to take on this challenging occupation. It was a disappointment that I've let go, but never understood what the whole point was. Why did I go through this tedious process to get rejected?

But as I was talking to my friend, she told me that if she didn't get the job, it's fine because God has plans for her. She believes things happen for a reason, and I admire her for it. I admire her for her faith and her positive personality; her smiles brighten the room. It seems nothing gets her down even though I know she's gone through trying times.

I realized in that moment that this is why. I'm glad I went through the tedious interview process, even if I didn't get the job because I can offer advice to someone who does deserve the job, far more than I do. Someone I know will wholeheartedly kick-ass.

So disappointments, they may close doors, but maybe those doors weren't right for me. Perhaps it's a way for God to steer me to the opened doors that I am right for, doors that I want to enter and not because they're easy.