3 Boundaries for a Christian in a Secular Workplace

What Christian boundaries should a Christian have at their secular job? Most Christians work in a secular workplace. This is good but it also present problems for the Christian. Here are three helpful boundaries Christians should have when working in a secular workplace.

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[livingunashamed]

I find openings at work to talk about God. Everyone knows I'm a christian. When people ask why I am why I am I start talking about Jesus, when people ask about my I Am Second bracelet I start talking about Jesus, I hope people see Jesus through me at work as well. I won't stop talking about Jesus though....I do my job well but not afraid to talk about Jesus to people that want to know or I see an opening. Jobs come and go....God is everlasting. I will not be afraid to stand up for God.

[jrg]

Frequently God has you in a job where he wants you to witness to the unsaved or to encourage other believers in the faith. So don't assume you are there just to earn a paycheck and go home each day. If the Lord has you there, he probably has one of his people there. Maybe someone that needs to hear the gospel for the first time. One of his people that he intends to save. Make sure that you trade your employer your labor for the time you are there. Don't cut corners or be lazy, that hurts the gospel! If you want to witness and are very shy, be the hardest worker and the most dedicated employee. Be kind to your boss and those around you, do your job. Pray about everything and everyone. Be humble and know that the Lord has provided this job. The pay might not be good and the work hard, but the Lord has picked you for that place and time. You have a mission there. It isn't about you getting rich in the perfect job, it is about saving the Lost and giving glory to the Lord. God could easily make you wealthy or in the job of your dreams, but he frequently moves believers around to touch as many people as possible with the gospel. Stay in prayer and in the word. I go to my car to read the word and pray during my lunch time. It is quiet and I am alone with the Lord. It breaks up my day and I feel refreshed and blessed from it. I don't feel bad about running the car with the AC on either because of how blessed the time is for me with the Lord each day. I will gladly pay for the gas.

[duct_tapeheart]

Wow. I just started a new job in a new city, and it's in a new field I've never worked in before (marketing). On my second day, I mentioned to my trainer that I was wary of entering the business of a psychic/tarot card reader. In my spirit, I knew that's not a place I belong, but I didn't want to be difficult, disrespectful, or negatively affect the sale... So I stood quietly and observed. I was also praying the entire time for the woman in general, that she would have an encounter with Christ, and that I would have wisdom to proceed in a God-honoring way.
My trainer made the sale and definitely gloated a bit, but if I wasn't with her I wouldn't have entered that business. I dont think making money doing things I don't believe in is worthwhile.

[MyThoughtzAndOpinionz]

Being a Christian in the workplace is hard, I sometimes have coworkers who like to talk about the details of their s3x lives, or curse like sailors. But I also hate to be the guy who goes to HR about everything.

[youbloodybloodworktimejasper]

I have a necklace that says YESHUA. People ask "What does that mean?" Then I share the gospel. They asked for it!

[jrg]

Be careful about unsaved people that seem to show an interest in the gospel, then utterly refute and reject it. Satan frequently does this type of thing to discourage Christians. He makes the unsaved person seem approachable and interested in the gospel and then after you excitedly witness to them, he hardens their hearts. This is a lame attempt to discourage you. Don't let it stop you in the least. Know your enemy and his tactics. He wants you to stop witnessing altogether. Be prayerful when you witness, pray about everything! Don't assume anything! Let the Lord guide you in how much you should say and what you should say. Be totally dependent on the Lord always.

[thahzjj]

Do not as they do.
Speak not as they speak.
may God Almighty be with you all

[Naturally_laur]

Great video and applicable. At my job the ladies there make alot of sexual innuendos & jokes, inappropriate comments, go out for drinks, mock Christianity and use the Lords name in vain. They know I am a Christian & I often feel very uncomfortable & sad. I often go to the restroom and call out to Christ.

[trishawhitehouse]

I used to witness to clients and I didn't always get good results. I asked one man if he wanted to receive the Lord Jesus in his heart and follow after Him?
We we're driving and he suddenly screamed, NOOO!!!"
I took a deep breath, and said, " Okay, so that means you aren't ready. Maybe some other time.
It's kind of a mine field at a secular job where you really have to be listening for the Spirit' s guidance at all times.
This is a challenge topic because there are so many variables and many unique situations.
I like the number 3.. actually DO your job.
I am so guilty of just wanting to read the Bible and listen to sermons and sing worship songs. I apologise to every person I offended.
One great thing about being known as a Christian is that people will hold you personally accountable and that will help you walk straight.
I once said something I shouldn't have to a non Christian co -worker, who then open mouthed, said, "I can't believe YOU just said that! "
It was awesome because it let me know that people were watching my behavior and hoding me to a higher standard.
I had to apologise and ask God to clean up that area that was being a false witness. It helped my growth.
Being open about your Faith, in Jesus is a protection FOR you.

[jrg]

Remember to be very careful about flirtation too. Sometimes people will flirt with you and you might take it as just something silly and not that harmful. The world doesn't see things the way you do as a Christian. Many of those flirting people have no inhibitions whatsoever. So you need to be extremely careful not to send the wrong signals or give them the wrong impressions. Satan will always be trying your defenses to look for a weak point. Don't be naive, we fight against a vicious enemy that wants to destroy you.

[leonwestbrook]

I struggle at work sometimes to uphold these values but I am trying! I'm good at having relationships with people and like to talk and joke around but sometimes it's hard and people say horrible sexually immoral stuff and I've been more intention as if recent to deflect and say, "I don't wanna hear that, " but it's still hard. Nevertheless, not my will but God's will be done. I have to suck it up and face up to people who start speaking to me inappropriately. Gonna just have to be bold against it. Thanks for this reminder. Please pray for me. I feel like I've made a stain in my record by not already putting up these barriers 🙄😓

[debbieh]

Thank you for that!!! I went to a church where half the church was born into a Christian family, went to Christian school, worked at Christian jobs. I myself was raised in the world, met Jesus when I was 19 and was saved by His grace. In attending this church I always felt there was a sepaparation between those born on the church steps and those that lived in the world before they met Jesus. Don’t get me wrong I love them all dearly. Jesus gave us all a command to preach to all nations. The people born on the church steps weren’t even interested in going out sharing the gospel in the world. It really saddened my heart. Those born on the steps of the church could really help the newborn babes but the seemed so separated. I think Jesus has people born in the world and people born on the church steps make up a church. Gosh we could grow so much if we just could share knowledges. Thank you Jesus for everything

[mindset_olympics]

I will tell anyone reading this. if you are a woman and you feel this person is someone you should date, please leave that workplace location where the other person is otherwise you may incur all kinds of drama. I know this isn't the case for everyone thats met someone at work, but dating the workplace while you work there is very very difficult. Its the reason I never did it. I actually don't make close friends with coworkers because of the activities they usually do, and I'm adventurous but not always in the ways they are. LOL. I'm not into smoking, or willing to be around certain environments where I will compromise my purity. It's lonely many times but I know at least I have integrity with not going back into sin or partying or any other immoral things God doesn't want these things to hinder my trajectory. God wants me and you all in Christ safe from harm. Amen!

[rosem.]

🙄Thank God for instilling this message in you heart Mark.. Perfect timing! Great points to follow. Thank you!

[gagesmith-ingodwerock]

I do have a question. When a group of coworkers are talking, sometimes the conversation gets explicit and inappropriate (for a Christian). My response is to leave the conversation quietly and go back to work. Am I doing this right?

[somethinggood]

Number three is crucial... Thank you for such an encouraging and helpful video!

[ririsrumintan]

Well, this is so true and very helpful. Well, I will start my new job, soon and this is great advice for me. I was so naive and careless but that's why we learn our mistake and thank God a get a solution to my question. Well, thanks, brother! God bless you! Please pray for me! 🙂

[SS-zpfc]

This is brilliantly stated. Every Christian in a secular workplace should hear this! There is a fine line between being a witness at work and putting others on the defense because they feel preached to or judged. As an executive there are additional risks. Any communication perceived as unwelcome by others is even more significant if it is spoken by a manager, since the subordinate may feel obligated to agree, defer or comply with something that is against their own beliefs. Demonstrating respect and integrity in all actions and love of all people regardless of their beliefs, will cause others to be curious about who you are. They will seek your guidance when they are in need or in pain because you have consistently demonstrated love and kindness. When someone seeks your opinion they are likely to have a more receptive heart to hear your witness. Pushing your Christian agenda is not witnessing; being someone others want to emulate is an ideal start for witnessing. Witnessing must be balanced with discernment at all times. I’ve seen more overzealous Christians repel than attract people due to lack of discernment. Thank you for this practical advice.

[mariaaceves]

Mark thank you so much, I have been in a really really secular place for about a year. And some days I get bombarded with anxiety because I feel guilty that my coworkers are all Christians already?! I know it’s a lot of pressure & I’m not God but I ask for prayer in this area, it’s so heavy on my heart. I tend to feel responsible for others salvation that I get worn out, overwhelmed and can’t take care of myself. Help!!! It’s an ongoing battle lately

[mickeyjohnson]

Another good video Mark.... 👍👍💯💯🙌🙌 Praise the Lord...