Christians on the Job: Winning at Work without Compromising Your Faith

by David Goetsch

Overview

In Matthew 10:16, Christ advised His Apostles to be "wise" and "innocent" as they go out "in the midst of wolves." This book shows Christians how to be wise and innocent as they work among people who sometimes behave like wolves. Temptation, greed, dishonesty, and misguided ambition have always presented challenges for Christians in the workplace. Add secular bias, political correctness, and persecution to the mix, and the modern workplace becomes a foreboding environment for Christians to navigate. This is so much the case, many Christians wonder if it is still possible to earn a living without compromising their faith.

Christians on the Job does more than demonstrate that Christians can stand firm when confronted with faith-related dilemmas in the workplace. It also demonstrates how to go about it. Using concepts illustrated with real-life examples, steps to implement in specific situations, life application questions, and resources for going deeper, Dr. Goetsch draws a clear map to ensure Christians can find their way and thrive on the job.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781621577935
Publisher:	Skyhorse Publishing
Publication date:	01/01/2019
Pages:	263
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 9.10(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

Dr. David Goetsch has decades of experience in the private sector, as a Professor of Business, as a Christian counselor, and a U.S. Marine. He holds a Doctorate Degree in Organizational Leadership, four Masters Degrees (Business Management, Political Science/Economics, Counseling, and Educational Leadership), a Bachelor Degree in Business/Technical Education, and an Associate Degree. At various times, he has been America’s Business/Technical Professor of the Year (named by the U.S. Department of Education), Florida’s Business/Technical Professor of the Year, and Professor of the year at his local college multiple times. Dr. Goetsch is in the Florida Veteran’s Hall of Fame for significant contributions to the state in the areas of higher education, economic development, and community leadership following his service in the U.S. Marine Corps. He is the author of over 50 books including Quality Management for Organizational Excellence and Occupational Safety for Technologists, Engineers, and Managers.

Table of Contents

Introduction: Temptation, Rejection, and Persecution in the Workplace xiii

Chapter 1 Know How to Respond When Your Faith Is Challenged at Work 1

Chapter 2 Do Nor Hide Your Faith at Work-Live It 21

Chapter 3 Set a 1 Corinthians 13 Example for Your Coworkers 39

Chapter 4 Be a Servant Leader among Your Coworkers 57

Chapter 5 Be Wise and Innocent When Translating Scripture into Action 95

Chapter 6 Build Positive Relationships with Unbelieving Coworkers 107

Chapter 7 Maintain Positive Relationships with Unbelieving Coworkers 133

Chapter 8 Approach Your Job as a Ministry-Let Your Example Be a Daily Sermon 161

Chapter 9 Approach Diversity in a Christ-Like Manner 179

Chapter 10 Learn to Cope with Frustration and Discouragement in a Biblical Manner 211

Chapter 11 Persevere in the Faith When Facing Adversity 223

Chapter 12 Respond to Persecution and Cyber-Bullying in a Christ-like Manner 241

Editorial Reviews

This outstanding new book, Christians on the Job, is a practical 'how-to' that every Christian involved in the workplace should read. The work ethic advocated by Dr. Goetsch is at the heart of everything we do, serving our guests with excellence. A must-read for employers and employees alike!

Chick-fil-A franchise owner and author of Leadership Economics - Robb Schiefer

With fifteen years of experience in student ministry, I can attest that Christians on the Job is an outstanding resource and must be read by young Christians starting new jobs as well as experienced professionals to help combat the less than tolerant who have declared open season on Christians.

Fellowship of Christian Athletes regional director - Sean Aland

Christians on the Job is a resource that would bless every church in our nation. David Goetsch’s work is profoundly beneficial for study in Sunday school, Bible study, or prayer breakfast. This is the kind of book I want in the hands of every graduate in our church every year. Over the years, I have found several books on business and vocational excellence. Now I have one saturated with the wisdom of scripture and chock-full of real-world, practical application. These are the very challenges every one of my parishioners face daily

Communion of Evangelical Churches pastor - Ben Rossell

Dr. Goetsch’s new book clearly demonstrates that for Christians on the job it is better to be biblically correct than politically correct. His proven, practical advice should be put to use by Christians in all of America’s workplaces.

college professor - Jennie Jones

Political correctness has taught Americans to tolerate anything but Christianity. Dr. Goetsch’s superb new book, Christians on the Job, shows Christians how to work in a politically correct environment and win.

author of The Gateway to Liberty - Archie Jones