Being a Light in the Workplaceনমুনা

Day #1 – Be Consistent

In a world full of political divides, cultural clashes, and toxic work environments, it can be challenging to maintain our mental clarity, physical wellness, and most importantly, our spiritual integrity. However, God calls us to be salt and light in every sphere of our lives, including our professional endeavors. In this reading plan, we will explore practical strategies to remain godly in the workplace, navigate challenges with grace, and uphold our Christian values amidst the demands of our careers.

First, let me begin with a story about a colleague named Rebecca. Rebecca was mean and loved causing drama in the workplace. She would show up at my office with wild accusations and demeaning remarks. Her forte was creating conflicts between others and undermining people in the leadership team. She frequently expressed her strong political views, even when unsolicited, and would criticize those with differing beliefs. To top it off, she would question my ability to do my job almost daily.

Think for a minute about the Rebeccas in your life or at your job. How do you deal with someone like this? As for me, even in the face of hardships, I remained consistent, steadfast, and unshakeable in my faith. I fasted, prayed, and did not let her get to me. And this leads to today’s strategy: Be Consistent.

Be Consistent, as in be the same everywhere, all the time, with everyone. As Christians, we should be dependable and available to always do God’s will and His work.

Remember, in Christ Jesus, we are made whole and victorious… so we must take Him everywhere we go - school, work, play, church - we must be consistently in Him to have victory over anything that comes our way, particularly in the workplace. So be in Christ when at your job, make sure that you keep Him with you at all times, and be consistent with it. No matter what you do for a living, it’s only business - so be steadfast and unmovable - in your faith, in the cross, and the power it gives you.

I can’t say it enough - always be the same. As believers, people shouldn’t have to guess which you is going to show up from one day to the next. Consistently keep God with you, because when Christ rules your thoughts and mind, you can’t be shaken by the things the enemy may do.

Think about it like this: how would you show up for work knowing that Christ would be there? What would you do differently? How would you treat people?

Be consistent and trust that when you labor in the Lord, doing all things as unto God, your service to Him is not in vain.

Because I stayed consistent and always had an answer as to my faith, Rebecca came to respect that I was who I claimed to be. I didn’t get angry when things didn’t go my way. I didn’t participate in lewd jokes around the office. I didn’t do anything that was contradictory to the Woman of God that I claimed to be. I stayed the same, and I stayed consistent.

AND! I always had an account for my faith. Rebecca would ask, “Why do you smile so much?” Jesus! “How do you stay calm in all the craziness at the office?” Jesus! “Why are you so nice when everyone else is being jerks?” Jesus! I knew what she was doing. She was trying to trip me up. She was trying to get me to slip up, but I remained consistent, and she came to respect that.

Meditate on today's scripture reading, and the following questions:

1.How can I cultivate a consistent, unwavering faith in the midst of a challenging and often hostile world?

2.What specific actions can I take to demonstrate my faith consistently in my workplace and other environments?

3.How can I respond to criticism, negativity, and conflict with grace and a steadfast reliance on God?