The Bible gives us many word pictures that depict the kind of influence Christians can have out in the world and in their work-culture. Here are two for your consideration. First, as children of light, we are to radiate God’s character through our words, gestures and deeds. However, we should realize that emitting God’s light in the workplace also can expose the darkness there. No doubt, we will feel the tension between showing love, patience and forgiveness toward people, yet without condoning what they do. We are not called to curse the darkness, but instead bless it by letting God’s light shine through us (John 3:17-21).  Next, as the “salt of the earth” our actions and responses can bring something tasteful to a distasteful environment. Like salt, our lives at the workplace can preserve things from deteriorating further, like attitudes, ethics and human relationships.  Take a moment and look at your workplace… How do you see your daily influence there? (PMC) Consider this: “You are the salt of the earth… Let your speech be gracious, seasoned with salt. You are the light of the world… let your light shine before others, so that they will see your good works and give glory to God in heaven” (Matthew 5:13-14; Colossians 4:6 combined).

This thought was written by Paul M. Curtas, General Director of FCAP.