'Love brings out the Best'

My father and mother gave me such a wonderful foundation of unconditional love which provided a bedrock to help me deal with the ups and downs of life. I knew that Dad was not just on my side when I did the right thing but was committed to my good when I did the wrong thing. Knowing that he loved me and wanted the best for me, I was able to truly hear his corrections and take to heart his guidance. We never had a conversation without him telling me that he loved me. What a gift!

 We can give this gift to those in our workplace. Saying ‘I love you’ might not fly at work, but you can say, ‘I like you’; ‘I enjoy working with you’; or ‘You're a great person’. Anything that gives a sense of care and connection with the person simply because of who they are will be deeply appreciated and help them feel secure and peaceful in the work environment. It is when people feel secure in their relationships that they will risk using their gifts and talents to do great things.

Everyone needs to know that they are valued for who they are, that others care about them and it won’t be taken away if they mess up or ‘don’t deliver’. A no-strings-attached relationship helps a person be fully engaged and spur others on to be their best. It provides a secure and peaceful atmosphere in which people can flourish.

Seeking God’s Kingdom,

Jonathan