Workplace Conflict

If you want to get people talking, ask them to share about the worst job they ever had. Everyone has a story about a terrible boss, mean coworkers, or an incredibly boring job. Shows like Undercover Boss are popular because they show the unique dynamics of a workplace: the frequent tension between leaders and employees, the shortcuts workers can take, and the difficulty of some jobs. And the show Dirty Jobs would probably trump a lot of our worst job stories with its raw look at messy, sometimes gross, occupations that nevertheless keep our world running. The workplace is a place that is uniquely prone to conflict because it requires that very different people work together toward common goals—and this difficulty can be especially felt by believers. How can we seek resolution to our conflict among people who may be unbelievers?