As if small businesses need any more trouble, a Quest Diagnostics study reveals that marijuana use in workers has surged 44% since 2016. Many of your employees may be stoned while working with your customers.

With marijuana now legal in 17 states, many dismiss concerns about the use of pot. But if you’ve ever been around heavy marijuana users, you have likely seen the distraction and forgetfulness that will frustrate your customers.

1 Peter 5:8 says, “Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.”

As an employer, be alert to increased drug use in your workplace and the impact it may have not only on your customers, but also the employees you are called to shepherd.