Holy Moments
Is Holiness even possible today in the workplace? I read a book this weekend by Matthew Kelly, titled “The Biggest Lie in the history of Christianity”. In this book Mr. Kelly asserts that Christians don’t believe holiness is even possible today and that belief causes us to shrink back from trying to even make a difference. I agree with Mr. Kelly.
Religious folks have twisted the Truth about the Gospel. The Gospel is about freedom – setting us free from death by the payment of our sins on the Cross. Followers of Jesus 2000 years ago were so moved by their faith in Jesus that their very behavior on a daily basis transformed the Roman Empire. They loved people unconditionally, even those who were persecuting them and killing them.
Mr. Kelly asserts that Holy Moments are possible every day as we encounter people, let’s apply that thought to our workplaces. I don’t think Mr. Kelly would mind.
Every day at work, we encounter people in varying relationships with our Heavenly Father, from complete atheists to committed Christ Followers and everywhere in between. We have opportunities throughout the day to be a light to each of them, to encourage them. We are in our workplace on purpose. What can we can do?
Offer to work late to finish up for someone who needs to get home to their kids.
Offer to work through lunch on a project that has burdened a co-worker.
Have lunch with someone to get to know them better.
Contribute for groceries or cooking a meal for a coworker who is taking care of a sick or ailing parent.
Send an email to a co-worker with letting them know how much they are appreciated.
The people we work with need to experience the amazing love God has shown us through Jesus. How can you start today to create these holy moments? How can your faith stick out at work today?
Jim
About the Author, Jim Brangenberg
Jim's Mission: We are called to be examples of Christ to those around us. With that in mind, Jim is passionate about helping Christ followers connect their faith to their work!