It’s everywhere, all around us, everywhere we go — even inside us. Negative words come so naturally, especially in the workplace. But when we say negative things, are our words simply descriptive or actually creative? Do our words simply reflect a reality that already exists, or do they actually create and reinforce reality? The Bible […]
Category Archives: Thriving at Work
Selling Out or Stepping Up
Suppose you had the chance to win a million dollars by telling one little white lie. Would you? And if you did, would it really matter? Would God care? Should you care? This sermon resumes our series Thriving at Work by asking what integrity looks like and why it matters.
Pleasing Mom
When you were growing up, what did you Mother want you to be? How about your Father? Moms and Dads have enormous power to shape our internal definition of success. Sometimes that’s good; sometimes it’s not. This sermon explores how we define career success.
Work to Live (or) Live to Work
Some people have a tendency to hide in their work, while others have a tendency to hide from work. Which is more likely to snare you? Exactly how does a person find the right work/life balance?
Get Real!
Last week we talked about the importance of showing grace (i.e., undeserved kindness) in the workplace. Sounds great, right? Who doesn’t like a heartwarming story about kindness triumphing? But is the world really that simple? What about accountability when someone misbehaves? What about justice when someone exploits? Where should we draw the line between grace […]
Kung Fu Fighting
When you’re at work and someone “up the chain” treats you unfairly, how do you respond? Given the power differential, most of us can only grin and bear it — which creates enormous stress and frustration. This sermon explores an alternative strategy — one that is recommended by the Bible — that gives great power […]
Thank God It’s Monday!
The truth is, you can’t be happy in life if you’re not happy at work, because work consumes so much of our lives. Join us as we look at practical spiritual principles than can help us navigate the treacherous terrain of the work place. This sermon is the first in a new series, Thriving At […]