Exempt from What?

I have been a preschool teacher for over thirteen years. I was working in childcare when I made a mistake in my life (at age 19 mind you) and paid for it. I have paid for this mistake in more ways then one! On top of the natural consequences of this mistake; I now get reminded of it every time I apply for a job. I had never had a problem until about two years ago. I had gone on maternity leave from KB and had all intentions of returning. However, when I returned I was not being offered the hours I wanted to work. So I went else where looking for employment that would be flexible with me! I found a place that I thought would be great. It was close to home and they seemed to be willing to give me the hours I was looking for. Well because of my past, the owner, Mr.B, felt that I may need what is called an exemption. I had never need an exemption before, but he made it sound like it would be better to apply for one. So against my better judgement I did. In all hopes that by having this exemption Mr. B would hire me. Well come to find out he did not hire me because he did not want me to have an exemption. I guess some people when they file for an exemption get one and some don't and he was hoping I wouldn't. Yet, he made it sound like either way it would be okay. So needless to say I did not get that job. Ever since then it has been every hard for me to find a job. Which is very sad to me. I have my AA degree in Early Childhood Education that I busted my butt to get, I have over thirteen years of experience, and I come highly recommended with excellent references! This is so frustrating to me! I know that I have been forgiven of my past, but it forever haunts me. I know that I have favor for the job that I do have and I know that the Lord is going to open a door for me somewhere. It will all be in his perfect timing. I know these things. I also know that my family is struggling financially and although we are praying for financial breakthrough, I feel helpless! I feel that I wasted my time in school and I have wasted the last thirteen years. It is so frustrating. I am working on calling the Department of Justice to see what can be done about this exemption, until then I will continue to do what I love! Because I am exempt from the ways of this world and I will reap my rewards in Heaven!