Story
How do you overcome near-failure and ruinous betrayal by key managers?
How do you overcome near-failure and ruinous betrayal by key managers?
At L&R Pallet Services in Denver, James and Carine Ruder have rebuilt an environment of trust since they stopped seeing their employees as a commodity. A spiritually-inspired softening of the heart enabled them to see their employees’ lives in a new light. The company is now truly committed to caring for the needs of its very diverse employees.
Reflecting on the Story
Connecting to your Work
Personal Application
Read: James K.A. Smith’s “Redemption” from Comment. He discusses God’s active work restoring all things… including “systems and structures of flourishing.”
Read: “A Condensed Overview of what the Bible says about Work ” from the Theology of Work project
Lord, help me see my co-workers/employees through your eyes. Please heal my own brokenness. Use me. Help me to trust and live into the unfolding reality of your restorative work in the world. Amen