Do you take your Spirituality to work?
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daydreem2876
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I do not force it down my co-workers throat but when the situation warrants it (usually when approached about a personal problem), I am quick to tell people to pray
In my actions, yes. Otherwise, I don't have anything displayed about God in my cubicle. I wish I knew how to bring more of my spirituality to work though. A sermon at church last week was about how you're placed where you are for a reason and that reason is to evangelize. I just have no idea how to do that where I am.
Evolving78
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this is something that i am working on now. i am working on showing it in my actions and not being a Jesus Freak. i try to make sure that i come to school prepared, on time, and with a positive attitude. i try to be helpful and sensitive to others. i try to stay away from cattiness and gossip. i don't use foul language or display unchristian like behavior. i don't believe i have to go around quoting and toting the bible, walking around with my WWJD apparel, putting the fish sign on my car bumper, and laying hands on folks every chance i get.
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Highly Favored8
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I do and I do not push my belifes on others.
See, this is what I wish people would respect more around me.
For example, I went to dinner one night with some ladies from work. One of the ladies went on and on about a book she read in college that was the funniest thing ever - the book was some kind of making fun of the bible book that was supposedly really popular at one time. I was offended (for lack of a better word) but I just looked away and didn't respond to it and then the subject changed. I wish I just knew how to stand up for God - not necessarily me but for God and the bible. It's no joke and to listen to someone talk about how this book made fun of it...I just didn't know what to say.
meka
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I know how you feel girl...it's hard b/c then again you don't want to offend them. But hey, I just started being bold and I would have just said "look, Im Christian and that is offensive"... or" Let me tell you how accepting Christ and reading his Holy Word keeps me from jumping cross this table on you" LOLOLOL(jk)
Do they know you are a Christian? B/C most times, people know what to say when they are around one.
I know how you feel girl...it's hard b/c then again you don't want to offend them. But hey, I just started being bold and I would have just said "look, Im Christian and that is offensive"... or" Let me tell you how accepting Christ and reading his Holy Word keeps me from jumping cross this table on you" LOLOLOL(jk)
Do they know you are a Christian? B/C most times, people know what to say when they are around one.
It was the first time I had met this woman, so no. Which brings us back to the topic at hand...
Is "saying" you're a Christian anything? I guess it is really actions b/c many people "throw" that word around without the same meaning.
So, regarding this topic - again, I guess I just have to say that actions really do mean quite a lot.
It is VERY hard! I try to be positive and happy in circumstances and hold my tongue. It is hard...especially when some people can be very nasty but you know you are under God and so you can't be nasty back. I have had to learn (and still am) how to stand up for myself while being under God. I hope that makes sense.
meka
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I understand..I've been there. You can say you are a Christian, especially to the woman you had just met. But your co-workers, prob just think you are "nice" ya know. But saved don't mean sucka.
Precious_1
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I do, where I go, the holy spirit goes as well. I don't force my beliefs on people though.
This is something I miss. At my old company, there were a lot of Christians. I think just the city/state was a larger Christian state anyways. We even had a Christian club that had bible studies (in our work conference room) once a week. We honored National Prayer Day. It was very cool. It was really great for me b/c at the time I was a newer Christian. I guess it prepared me somewhat for where I am now.
Funny thing...a little OT...
Sometimes people would use bad language at my old office (not as openly as at my new office). But I remember one time during a team meeting, my co-worker said some words she usually didn't. Later on that day, she actually stopped by desk and apologized to me. I thought it was odd. I guess maybe she did see something in me that let her know I wasn't comfortable with that sort of talk. Where I am now, they could care less!
MizzBrown
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No, not really. Too many people getting offended.
Its one of those things you might not want to bring up at work unless you really know your co-workers like that.
This ranks up there with talking about Sex, Race and Politics.
I remember talking to a co-worker about something and i told him he should seek out a Church and a pastor to talk to about some things. Thats when i learned he didnt believe and had some really alternative belief system...He didnt get offended thankfully and i just brushed it off and suggested another route cause i didnt want it to turn into some HR issue.
My old job also prohibited certain things like Christmas parties, and decorated cubicles, no praying over office lunches, etc. so it was in your best interest to watch what you say or else you'd get a tap on the shoulder from HR.
Its one of those things you might not want to bring up at work unless you really know your co-workers like that.
This ranks up there with talking about Sex, Race and Politics.
I remember talking to a co-worker about something and i told him he should seek out a Church and a pastor to talk to about some things. Thats when i learned he didnt believe and had some really alternative belief system...He didnt get offended thankfully and i just brushed it off and suggested another route cause i didnt want it to turn into some HR issue.
My old job also prohibited certain things like Christmas parties, and decorated cubicles, no praying over office lunches, etc. so it was in your best interest to watch what you say or else you'd get a tap on the shoulder from HR.
Laela
Sidestepping the "lynch mob"
You don't have to know someone to talk to them about God. Still, I understand what you're saying...the workplace is a hotbed for talking religion. But that's TALKING and debating. And that's RELIGION. I don't have a religion. I have a relationship with God. Those are two different things.
I apologize for not being clear: I'm referring to one's personal beliefs/habits and if there are limits to those habits/beliefs. I believe there's the misconception that if you bring your "spirituality" to work, you're going to lay hands on folks and appear over-zealous or tell everyone they're going to hell in a speedboat. That's not of God.
I'm really talking more about spending time reading your Bible on your break... saying a quick prayer (quietly) at your desk when you have a moment or want to talk to God....this is what I'm referring to.
I bring my spirituality with me wherever I go, because God is intrinsically a part of me and it's impossible to "leave him at home". I try to live so my life will draw others to Christ, not what I say or quote. When others see there's something "different" about you to the point of wanting to know what makes your face glow or what keeps you happy, it's a great opportunity to share with them WHO and WHOSE you are.
Almaz
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Well in that case yes I have my Siddur (Jewish Prayer Book) in my locker and I pray 3 times a day. On lunch I study the weeks Torah Portion. But again it is personal
feemy
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I do not hold back now because to me it doesn't make logical or spiritual sense to do so, but in the past I have and didn't feel good doing so. Restraint from speaking about our Lord is possible for us to do considering that its done because of not wanting to offend, not wanting to force beliefs, and all the other reasons why we may hold back spirituality. Jesus is our life support, we are to put our trust, faith, and soul into his hands, he is our connection and the way to God. To me holding back feels like cutting off my life support. When conversation comes up about God, Jesus, faith, religion, and everything else in this world its easy to hold back for the sake of others but I am not doing it. My intentions are not to offend someone but I can not hold back whats in my heart, it's impossible for me to do so.
There is so much fierceness and coldness in the world that we may submit ourselves to, and many different beliefs we may feel forced to accept and respect and this can allow us to hold back. Terms like "Jesus freak" and other negative words and actions towards the Lord comes from the sin that's in the world and our disconnect from God as people and the worldliness in us as people, we can not let the world intimidate us or allow us to second guess showing our love for him regardless where we are. Jesus died and was resurrected in hopes to save the world. The only salvation we have is him. Jesus' sacrifice is our only way to God (life) and putting aside our spirituality (God and Jesus Christ) is like putting aside our life support and that equals death. Jesus Christ is the truth so we all need to spread it where ever we may be.
There is so much fierceness and coldness in the world that we may submit ourselves to, and many different beliefs we may feel forced to accept and respect and this can allow us to hold back. Terms like "Jesus freak" and other negative words and actions towards the Lord comes from the sin that's in the world and our disconnect from God as people and the worldliness in us as people, we can not let the world intimidate us or allow us to second guess showing our love for him regardless where we are. Jesus died and was resurrected in hopes to save the world. The only salvation we have is him. Jesus' sacrifice is our only way to God (life) and putting aside our spirituality (God and Jesus Christ) is like putting aside our life support and that equals death. Jesus Christ is the truth so we all need to spread it where ever we may be.
Laela
Sidestepping the "lynch mob"
The workplace is an interesting place to be... check this out:
Bible laying on my desk -- coworker comes in, notices Bible, seems offended and quickly leaves
A novel is laying on my desk -- coworker comes in, notices book and says "Hey what ya reading? "
Someone can see a Bible laying on my desk as pushing my belief, whether I have the intention to tell them about God or not. It actually says more about the person. They may know about God and just don't want to be bothered or is running. Or they may not want to start a conversation, thinking I'll "preach" to them. Saying 'God bless you' is preaching to some. LOL There is a time and place for everything and the Bible instructs us of this as well.
My point: A Christian really doesn't have to do anything to offend anyone.
Bible laying on my desk -- coworker comes in, notices Bible, seems offended and quickly leaves
A novel is laying on my desk -- coworker comes in, notices book and says "Hey what ya reading? "
Someone can see a Bible laying on my desk as pushing my belief, whether I have the intention to tell them about God or not. It actually says more about the person. They may know about God and just don't want to be bothered or is running. Or they may not want to start a conversation, thinking I'll "preach" to them. Saying 'God bless you' is preaching to some. LOL There is a time and place for everything and the Bible instructs us of this as well.
My point: A Christian really doesn't have to do anything to offend anyone.
Iwanthealthyhair67
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Iwanthealthyhair67
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and yes I do take Jesus with me on the job, when I die I don't want no one saying; 'oh, I didn't know she was saved' , not that I will hear them anyway but you know what I mean...
Livingmylifetothefullest
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Yes and I have a Bible in my desk. Sometimes I'll take it and read a chapter or two during my lunch.
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