Rebuild Your Relationship with Your Boss and Co-Workers: Matthew 5:23-24

Struggling with a difficult boss or co-worker? Discover how the scriptures from Matthew and Mark can help you mend your relationship and find peace at work.

Keywords: Matthew 5:23-24, Mark 4:39 , repentance, relationships, difficult boss, workplace conflict, forgiveness, reconciliation, peace, co workers

Mark 4:39 KJV  “And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.”

Matthew 5:23-24 KJV  “Therefore if thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there remembers that thy brother hath ought against thee;” 

; ²⁴Leave there thy gift before the altar, and go thy way; first be reconciled to thy brother, and then come and offer thy gift

Joshua 1:9 KJV  “Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goes.”

Colossians 3:23-25 KJV  ²³And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; ²⁴Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ. ²⁵But he that doeth wrong shall receive for the wrong which he hath done: and there is no respect of persons.

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Holding onto anger and resentment towards your boss can create a toxic work environment for everyone. Matthew 5:23-24 reminds us that when we have something against someone, we should offer them forgiveness and reconciliation before approaching God in worship.

This applies to our relationship with our boss too. By admitting our own mistakes, taking responsibility for our part in the conflict, and seeking genuine forgiveness, we open the door to a healthier and more productive work dynamic.

Real-world example: Sarah, a dedicated employee, found herself constantly clashing with her new manager, David. Their communication styles were clashing, leading to misunderstandings and frustration. Remembering Matthew 5:23-24,

Sarah decided to confront David and apologize for her own contributions to the conflict. She also acknowledged his strengths and expressed a desire to improve their relationship. Through this honest and open communication, Sarah and David were able to rebuild trust and establish a respectful working relationship.

Struggling with unhealthy competition and lack of teamwork in your workplace? This verse from Philippians 2:3 offers a powerful message about humility and collaboration.

Philippians 2:3 KJV  “Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.”

A competitive environment can sometimes lead to unhealthy rivalries and conflict in the workplace. Philippians 2:3 encourages us to humble ourselves, consider others more important than ourselves, and work together as a team towards a common goal.

By acknowledging our own contributions to unhealthy competition, practicing humility, and prioritizing collaboration, we can cultivate a more positive and productive work environment for everyone.

Real-world example: In a competitive sales team, Sarah and Mark constantly vied for top performance, creating tension and resentment. Recognizing the negative impact on the team, they decided to approach their work with a collaborative spirit.

They began sharing leads, offering each other support, and celebrating each other’s successes. This shift in attitude not only improved their individual performance but also fostered a more supportive and successful team environment.

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Call to Salvation:

John 3:16  “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

Romans 10:9-10  9That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. 10For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness, and with the mouth, confession is made unto salvation

John 3:5-6  5Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. 6That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is the Spirit. 

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