“For they loved praise from men more than praise from God.”  John 12:43 (NIV) We have to be careful not to act like the ancient leaders did, who looked for the accolades from others first and foremost. I am guilty of this many time too!  I needed this reminder today.

“Don’t have anything to do with foolish and stupid arguments, because you know they produce quarrels. And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful.” 2 Tim 2:23-24 (NIV) Ever get into foolish arguments at work? How do they usually end…

“Learn to do good.  Work for justice.  Help the down-and-out.  Stand up for the homeless.  Go to bat for the defenseless.” Is 1:17 (msg)  Do you know anyone at work who may have caught a bad break or is struggling right now? Ask how they are doing… Give them some…

“For God did not give us a spirit of fear; but of power, of love, and of a sound mind.” 2 Tim 1:7 (NIV)  We gotta stand strong at work… as God doesn’t want us to be shy with the gifts he has given us!  Not arrogant – but bold…

“Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business and to work with your hands….” 1 Th 4:7a (NIV) It’s easy to get caught up in everything else that is going on around us… But we have to remember to mind our own business! I…

“God is just: He will pay back trouble to those who trouble you.” 2 Th 1:6 (NIV) Stop worrying about how you will get that person back at work for what they did to you. We have so many other things to be concerned about! God’s already got it all…

“Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.” Col 4:6 (NIV)  Seasoning our conversation is key! I usually use too much salt and lots of pepper! Let’s remember this simple recipe for our speech this week and use…

“I know what it is to be in need, I know what it is to have plenty.  I have learned the secret to being content in any and every situation.  Whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want.” Phil 4:12 (NIV)  How we handle each situation…

Be very careful, then, how you live – not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.” Eph 5:15-16 (NIV) A very simple reminder for the week that doesn’t need much else to be said about it more than what it already says……

“In your anger do not sin: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry.” Eph 4:26 When we get upset bad things usually happen – I know it does for me! Let’s use this verse as a reminder that we can channel our anger and use…