“Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness?” 2 Corinthians 6:14 Are you taking another step in […]
This is certainly the time of year when we look back on the past year and look forward to what we might do differently in the New Year. Does that sound like you? This has been such an unusual year as everyone has had to make changes due to COVID-19. Have some of these changes […]
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” (Ephesians 2:10) Last week, we discussed the importance of wise and kind communication at work. Consistency in this area will lead to a trust which is appreciated by everyone you interact with. Continue […]
“She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.” ( Proverbs 31:26) This past week, one of my staff, who has been with for many years, nervously told me she was providing her notice. She started at our clinic as a university student and continued working part-time with us even when she started […]
When we see someone struggling, and in need, it is natural for us to want to help them in any way we can. We want to co-suffer to try to make their burden a little lighter. However, what about demonstrating compassion to someone who is being disagreeable, difficult to communicate with, or to “get along […]
In last week’s memo, we commented: “Compassion is about caring about what a person is going through and doing what is possible to make it easier.” During the busyness of last week, did you have opportunities to make someone’s life a little easier? Did you try to be consciously aware of the people around you […]
But You, Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness. (Psalm 86:15) Last week, our memo was entitled,”God at Work during COVID-19: Being Compassionate.’ Did you have the chance to look carefully at the eyes of each person wearing their mask? What did you see? Did you have […]
“Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.” 1 Peter 3:8 What wonderful opportunities we have to demonstrate God at Work. When we are kind to others, we have an opportunity to show God’s kindness. When we are patient with others, we have an opportunity to show God’s […]
The one who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not lift up their soul to what is false and does not swear deceitfully. He or she will receive blessing from the Lord and righteousness from the God of his salvation. Psalm 24:4-5 ESV How many times do you think you have sanitized […]
I have a weakness for buying women’s magazines. Most of the covers tend to say the same thing, “Lose weight and eat cake “or “How to save money at the grocery store.” My family likes to rib me about buying them. “I know how you can save money at the grocery store Mom: stop buying […]