When every door slams shut…

God Opens Another

When I graduated from graduate school, I imagined job offers would start pouring in. I had attended a prestigious university, and I thought pursuing a career in law would open doors I never dreamed of. But God had a different plan for me—one I didn’t see at first.

I went through countless interviews—on Zoom, Teams, and in person—believing my résumé and years of professional experience would carry me through. The reality was eye-opening. I had earned a master’s degree in a field where I had little direct experience. I knew I wanted to help my community with legal matters, but many employers were seeking legal assistants or research administrators with at least four years in the field. Even “entry-level” positions were asking for three years of experience. I felt stuck and wondered: How am I ever going to get my foot in the door?

After a year of trying on my own, I turned to God in prayer. I poured out my frustration: “Why is this so hard?”“You promised if I went to school, I would have a great job.”“You said if I ask in Your name, it would be given to me.” Slowly, I began to realize that His plan was unfolding in a way I hadn’t expected.

One day, while searching online, I came across a video of a woman sharing how she became a notary and now coaches others. Her message was sincere and encouraging. In that moment, I felt God place something on my heart: Look into becoming a notary.

So I did. I followed that call and started the process. Do I know exactly what the future holds? No. Am I nervous stepping out of my comfort zone and meeting new people? Absolutely. But I’m learning to let go of my own expectations and trust the higher plan guiding me.

The lesson I’ve learned is this: when every door seems to close, God always provides another way. Sometimes it’s a window, sometimes it’s a back door—but it’s always an invitation to trust Him and walk through.

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