New Christian dealing with unfairness at work

kidesaga · Feb 28, 2013

Hi I've recently started turning my life to Jesus and I have accepted him in my heart .Daily I pray and try to live in God's word but of late I've noticed that though I'm doing these things, I'm still tempted to get upset and take on circumstances.For example at work I struggle to reach early though I leave home early due to traffic.I thank God that I have an understanding boss as though he won't allow the late coming slide he'll allow you to work back the time,which I really appreciate.However there are other persons who would come in late and in the register they put their time in as though they have reached early (though they've arrived after me ) and leave at normal time without working back their time.The H.R Department however only looks at persons coming in late (not looking at the time you've worked) and penalise those but not the ones who are defrauding the company.I sit there and try to find that inner peace but Lord it has been hard.I need advice.I have started working on my times as well by coming earlier but the unfairness is blatant and I don't want to be spiteful by being a sell out.Lord please help me!

EugeneKoshanof · Feb 28, 2013

Well, the Word tell us not to fret because of evil men, when they get away with their evil schemes, because the LORD will absolutely give to each according to their doings. So those people may deceive others, but they will never deceive the one who tries the hearts and minds, sees every thought.

Just read Psalm 37, it is VERY helpful, and true!

kidesaga · Feb 28, 2013

Thank you very much..so true..i needed that bit of guidance..Thank you and may God bless you.

Spunkn · Feb 28, 2013

It's hard at times, being a Christian and working in places that do not believe in Christ. Because as Christians we are called to a higher standard. Not saying all non-Christians are cheaters etc, but that's often the mentality. There's no penalty / regret for them to cheat the system. They're even temporarily rewarded for it.

It makes things even harder for a person who's honest, because they're the ones who get penalized, while people who cheat, lie, steal get ahead in life. But just remember while they are storing up treasures here on earth, as Christians we are storing up treasures in heaven, and how we act on earth God is watching and He is pleased when we do the right thing. It's better to please God than it is to please ourselves and man.

salida · Mar 1, 2013

Work unto the Lord not men.

Bible2 · Mar 2, 2013

salida said in post 5:

Work unto the Lord not men.

Amen.

"... whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ. But he that doeth wrong shall receive for the wrong which he hath done..." (Colossians 3:23-25).

artqween · Mar 16, 2013

kidesaga said:
Hi I've recently started turning my life to Jesus and I have accepted him in my heart .Daily I pray and try to live in God's word but of late I've noticed that though I'm doing these things, I'm still tempted to get upset and take on circumstances.For example at work I struggle to reach early though I leave home early due to traffic.I thank God that I have an understanding boss as though he won't allow the late coming slide he'll allow you to work back the time,which I really appreciate.However there are other persons who would come in late and in the register they put their time in as though they have reached early (though they've arrived after me ) and leave at normal time without working back their time.The H.R Department however only looks at persons coming in late (not looking at the time you've worked) and penalise those but not the ones who are defrauding the company.I sit there and try to find that inner peace but Lord it has been hard.I need advice.I have started working on my times as well by coming earlier but the unfairness is blatant and I don't want to be spiteful by being a sell out.Lord please help me!

Is there others way of getting to work any earlier??? Good luck..
Hey btw..

SmallNation · Mar 31, 2013

Be patient.

trulyconverted · Mar 31, 2013

Some people at the workplace can be dishonest, but it is in their nature. Therefore we cannot really compare them with Christians. And it would be near impossible to change their dishonest behaviour.

I would mind my own work performance, be honest because although my boss does not see me everytime, God sees me every single moment. and will work my best as I am working unto the Lord. I would not look at others. If and when God decides to put a stop to their dishonesty, He will. I would not worry about them.

artqween · Mar 31, 2013

trulyconverted said:
Some people at the workplace can be dishonest, but it is in their nature. Therefore we cannot really compare them with Christians. And it would be near impossible to change their dishonest behaviour.

I would mind my own work performance, be honest because although my boss does not see me everytime, God sees me every single moment. and will work my best as I am working unto the Lord. I would not look at others. If and when God decides to put a stop to their dishonesty, He will. I would not worry about them.

:/ dishonestry is not in anyones nature..
In my opinion..

trulyconverted · Mar 31, 2013

artqween said:
:/ dishonestry is not in anyones nature..
In my opinion..

I respect your opinion.

I have known people which lying comes so naturally to them. I have known them for years and years. It is a fact that I acknowledge.

I do not mean everyone is dishonest. But some definitely are. Sometimes, they do not do it maliciously, they just lie to keep them out of trouble. And they just lie when the chance arises.

But if you examine it, it is the natural flesh we are talking about.

Psalm 58:3 "The wicked are estranged from the womb; they go astray from birth, speaking lies."

Bible2 · Apr 1, 2013

artqween said in post 10:

:/ dishonestry is not in anyones nature..
In my opinion..

Dishonesty is in Satan's nature. For "there is no truth in him. When he speaketh a lie, he speaketh of his own: for he is a liar, and the father of it" (John 8:44b). Satan can sometimes persuade even Christians to lie, even to God (Acts 5:3-11).

Also, lying is in some humans' own nature (for example, Titus 1:12-13).

Indeed, it is in the fallen nature of all of us, for lying is in the nature of all the wicked (Psalms 58:3), and all of us are wicked before we get saved (Romans 3:9-10, Romans 3:23-26).

artqween · Apr 1, 2013

trulyconverted said:
I respect your opinion.

I have known people which lying comes so naturally to them. I have known them for years and years. It is a fact that I acknowledge.

I do not mean everyone is dishonest. But some definitely are. Sometimes, they do not do it maliciously, they just lie to keep them out of trouble. And they just lie when the chance arises.

But if you examine it, it is the natural flesh we are talking about.

Psalm 58:3 "The wicked are estranged from the womb; they go astray from birth, speaking lies."

No, its not nature so to speak. Its their surroundings,. Its more of a bad habit thats gotten out of control of them. and it will possibly get them in a great deal of tormoil in their future.

As u stated we r sinners until "we call upon is call". and repent sins. However like u also said not everyone lies.
U just know of a few. Have tryed to set them straight? R they your friends?

trulyconverted · Apr 2, 2013

artqween said:
No, its not nature so to speak. Its their surroundings,. Its more of a bad habit thats gotten out of control of them. and it will possibly get them in a great deal of tormoil in their future.

As u stated we r sinners until "we call upon is call". and repent sins. However like u also said not everyone lies.
U just know of a few. Have tryed to set them straight? R they your friends?

As far as I have understood from the bible, dishonesty and even worse are the nature of the wicked ones.

And yes I am very close to them. But only God can truly change the dishonest ones. I cannot (and yet I tried to my great disappointment).

RDKirk · Apr 2, 2013

kidesaga said:
Hi I've recently started turning my life to Jesus and I have accepted him in my heart .Daily I pray and try to live in God's word but of late I've noticed that though I'm doing these things, I'm still tempted to get upset and take on circumstances.For example at work I struggle to reach early though I leave home early due to traffic.I thank God that I have an understanding boss as though he won't allow the late coming slide he'll allow you to work back the time,which I really appreciate.However there are other persons who would come in late and in the register they put their time in as though they have reached early (though they've arrived after me ) and leave at normal time without working back their time.The H.R Department however only looks at persons coming in late (not looking at the time you've worked) and penalise those but not the ones who are defrauding the company.I sit there and try to find that inner peace but Lord it has been hard.I need advice.I have started working on my times as well by coming earlier but the unfairness is blatant and I don't want to be spiteful by being a sell out.Lord please help me!

1 Peter is the manual for the Christian operating in the non-Christian world. It helps.

artqween · Apr 2, 2013

trulyconverted said:
As far as I have understood from the bible, dishonesty and even worse are the nature of the wicked ones.

And yes I am very close to them. But only God can truly change the dishonest ones. I cannot (and yet I tried to my great disappointment).

And no, just because there were a lot wickd people in the bible.. doesnt mean
Its nature.. its just to bad they were around neg. surroundings. who r u close to that is wickd? Hey btw
May u feel at peace, strength, harmony,..every day.. at work or ?? Aww

parsley · Apr 4, 2013

I've watched that sort of thing happen, and even confronted people who were trying to get me to do it ... then one day they were in front of the security camera when they were trying to convince someone else to steal, and voila. Situation taken care of. There are creative ways to deal with it.

But first, it is important to keep your own nose clean and earn respect. Other employees might be saying, "She does it so we should too..." imagining they are making things fair between the employees, even if you've only been late once or twice. They might be mad they have to cover for others, and then not see clearly what their habits have turned into.

trulyconverted · Apr 4, 2013

artqween said:
And no, just because there were a lot wickd people in the bible.. doesnt mean
Its nature.. its just to bad they were around neg. surroundings.

I guess that is how you see things.

who r u close to that is wickd?

Family and work. Almost daily contact. These trials used by God to help me grow more in the Lord. I praise him for such molding.

Hey btw
May u feel at peace, strength, harmony,..every day.. at work or ?? Aww

Thanks. God is good to me. All is well. Whatever happens in my environment and relationships, God remains and gives me that inner peace that stabilizes. Actually, in spite of all, there is harmony at work. And peace at home. God is good.

1 John 4:4 "Little children, you are from God and have overcome them, for he who is in you is greater than he who is in the world."

artqween · Apr 4, 2013

trulyconverted said:
I guess that is how you see things.

Family and work. Almost daily contact. These trials used by God to help me grow more in the Lord. I praise him for such molding.

Thanks. God is good to me. All is well. Whatever happens in my environment and relationships, God remains and gives me that inner peace that stabilizes. Actually, in spite of all, there is harmony at work. And peace at home. God is good.

1 John 4:4 "Little children, you are from God and have overcome them, for he who is in you is greater than he who is in the world."

Who in ur family is wickd? And at work? ur in disability for my mental abuse? u go to church right?
Hey btw know u can change ur surroundings? from bad to peaceful?
god doesnt want u to have to deal with
neg. attitudes.. keep mind. he suffering
and so i Jesus. Jesus died for this reason u r going through. awww btw.
may u have strength and courage to put a stop to ur wickd surroundings
By talking to someone close to u
friend,..that can help? i hope its not ur boss being abusive?
Know u dont have to put up with it..
Take a careful stand consider and know u arent the only one listening to this behavior who ever else is listening too ? they need help also??
peace vibes going to u and ur other victims..

I hope these help also.. remember them always ....

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artqween · Apr 4, 2013

trulyconverted said:
As far as I have understood from the bible, dishonesty and even worse are the nature of the wicked ones.

And yes I am very close to them. But only God can truly change the dishonest ones. I cannot (and yet I tried to my great disappointment).

Have u confronted them and say quit being a jerk? however dont be alone when u do this and dont be in a mad state of mind but show them the pain side of it? if its at work report then?
inapproprate conduct? possibly have them fired? u and ur co-workees dont need this please right now?
God plez help guide our friend through the inappropriate conduct/mentally abusiveness right now plez? help with
peace harmony strength courage and so forth... thanx
happy vibes go'n ur way friend

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