10 Jan 2014 by Joycelin Ooi-
Asking God for a Birthday Gift
In 2012, after a period of working with HSBC bank, I was praying for a career. Although I enjoyed traveling and working in the customer service department, I considered venturing into the airlines industry. And so, for my 2013 birthday, I prayed for a job as an air stewardess. I heard God speak, “Will you still love me (if I grant you your request)?” I broke down into tears, and I said, “Lord, help me to love you.”
Job Offer as an Air-Stewardess
In the early 2012, I went to Singapore for the Kingdom Invasion conference with my parents and an acquaintance, Frankie Heng. On the first night, I had a dream from God, which implied that I will be working together with Frankie. My initial response to God was, “What? I barely even know this person…” I did not give much thought about it or share about it after.
On the Valentine’s Day of 2013, two airlines called to offer me a job, and thus I began my journey as an air-stewardess. Being in the airlines has many benefits; besides the high pay, I was able to explore and to learn from the many cultures worldwide. However, in the last quarter of 2013, God gradually laid on my heart that the airline is not a path in which I should continue. Regardless, I ignored the soft promptings as I was attracted to the benefits and luxurious lifestyle of being an air-stewardess. In the midst of being convicted, I blurted out saying, “God, if Frankie offered me a job, I will stay in Malaysia”. I was confident that it will not happen.
Suddenly, in early 2014, I was dismissed from flying due to certain unforeseen situations. I was extremely shattered, yet I told God that I was not going to let go of the airlines. Immediately, I saw a clear vision: a big ‘NO’! Devastated, I wept in my room. I spent some time in my close buddy’s place as I needed comfort. Then, I happened to call Frankie to share with him about the news. However, I was confused because he was giggling and sounded happy.
Working with RoLeaf
A week later, he offered me a job with RoLeaf. I was surprised as I was reminded of my dream two years ago and the prayer that I made. Still in the stage of surprise, I said, “Lord, the dream and conversation were between you and me, he couldn’t have known! God, are you not giving me any choices but indicating me to stay in Malaysia?”
I recalled a random prayer I made when I was in Jeddah, “If Frankie offered me a job, I will consider staying in Malaysia.” Back then, I was clueless that he had a business plan in mind as he did not share much with me. I was indirectly challenging God, merely finding an excuse to carry on with my airline dreams.
Pondering on Frankie’s job offer, I knew in my heart that I could not find any excuse, and that I had to honor what was spoken to God. I was very reluctant, and the struggles between my carnal desires with God’s desires are very strong. Despite my attempt to delay my decision to join RoLeaf, I had such a transcending peace in my heart. Eventually, I casually started working in RoLeaf in March, and hence, my journey of many frictions and roller coasters begun. Nevertheless, to my utter amazement, in working through our differences, I bear witness that Jesus is being glorified.
Self-Reflection
The struggle between God and our desires are very real. But I realized when an imperfect vessel like me surrenders to God; I become a living testimony, bringing God much glory!
Being in RoLeaf, my FAITH muscles were put to work. I came from a place of having no sign of any sales to trusting in God, and experiencing a flooding of sales. In addition, now that I am on the ground, I can be part of a church and enjoy fellowship with people who love Jesus. I am very excited as I continue to be part of the testimonies and miracles with the team in RoLeaf. Miracles do happen and testimonies can be regular in any life. Shalom and blessings.
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