A new HR Brew/Harris Poll found that 41% of respondents say that conflicts related to faith have caused tension in their workplaces. Additionally, these types of disputes have increased due to the Israel Hamas armed conflict.
For employers, this can be challenging. As much as we need teamwork and unity, modern day issues can put team members at odds with each other.
Conflicts over ideas and beliefs are inevitable in the workplace. As followers of Jesus, we don’t have to condone someone’s beliefs to listen and show proper respect.
1 Peter 2:17 says, “Show proper respect to everyone, love the family of believers, fear God, honor the emperor.”
The key to a peaceful workplace is learning to respect and honor all people, even when you have to agree to disagree.
