Worship & Job Conflicts

worship and job conflicts

All who commit to worship by the Biblical calendar will find that this decision greatly impacts nearly every area of their lives.  For most, the problem of scheduling work around the Sabbath immediately arises.  Learn the skills needed for negotiating accommodations for both work and school.

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1 Sabbath, Work & the Promises
Sabbath, Work & the Promises The problems that arise when one chooses to worship by a different calendar can seem overwhelming.  Yahuwah has provided promises that fit every emergency.  Claim them by faith!  
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2 Work & Worship: Getting Time Off for Holy Days
Work & Worship: Getting Time Off for Holy Days Avoid common mistakes when asking for time off for the Sabbath.  Learn how to approach your boss and offer what he needs in order to get what you need: time off for holy days.  
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3 Finding New Job Opportunities
Finding New Job Opportunities If you lose your job for keeping the Sabbath, there are a number of options available to you.  Use your previous job skills to obtain work in both similar and different fields.   
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4 Job Opportunities & Self-Employment Options
Job Opportunities & Self-Employment Options Self-employment allows you to set your own work and worship schedule.  There are many different ways to be self-employed.  Turn your work experience and knowledge into a job opportunity that lets you work for yourself.  
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5 In the World but Not Of the World: Keeping the Balance
In the World but Not Of the World: Keeping the Balance Heeding the call to flee Babylon has led many to question whether obtaining legal documents or exchanging money is part of Babylon.  Scripture clarifies what level of involvement with government entities is acceptable, and what is not.  
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6 Divine Wisdom for Daily Problems
Divine Wisdom for Daily Problems New situations arise when one commits to keeping the true Sabbath.  There are four steps to seeking divine counsel to meet every daily problem.  
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7 Christians & Labor Unions: Unequally Yoked
Christians & Labor Unions: Unequally Yoked While labor unions have accomplished much good for the average worker, they are a danger which Yahuwah's people must avoid.  
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Downloadable Resources:

Letters to Employers: WLC is pleased to provide several different letters that may be used when requesting your employer for accommodation for keeping the holy days. Modify to fit your personal information, print off, and send!

Résumés: Introducing Yourself to an Employer: A well-written résumé is an essential first-step to gaining an interview. Write a résumé that highlights all you have to offer a prospective employer. Sample résumés have been provided for your review.

For Students & Teachers: Keeping the Lunar Sabbath can be difficult for students because the school year is regulated by the civil Gregorian calendar. Even those in advanced schooling, or those taking exams for professional licenses may find it necessary to ask for special accommodation. Here you will find several letter templates you can use for making such requests. Modify as needed to fit your own individual circumstances.