Rachel Dawson

In every job I’ve had over the years, from babysitting to internships to my first “real job” at a nonprofit and now my editorial role here, I’ve always tried to work hard. I’ve set the bar high for myself and tried to not only meet but exceed expectations. Part of this is because I’m a perfectionist by nature, but also, I know my work reflects on my character and on my faith since my coworkers and employers have known I’m a Christian.

I’ve never wanted a boss to see a poor work ethic in me and draw negative conclusions about Christians in general. I’ve tried to be the kind of employee that reflects the kind of God I love and serve: gracious, committed, loyal, honest, kind, and purposeful.

Jordan Standridge wrote a devotional for The Cripplegate recently where he shared a sad statement he had heard from a Christian employer in a job interview: “I usually don’t hire Christians,” the man said, “they have been some of the worst workers over the years.”

Not every employer-- Christian or otherwise-- feels this way, but we as believers should make every effort to be diligent and dedicated in the work that we do, no matter what it is or where we do it.

Ephesians 6:7-8 is a famous passage in regards to the work we do: “Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not people, because you know that the Lord will reward each one for whatever good they do, whether they are slave or free,” Paul writes.

So, what does it look like to be a godly employee?

Here are 4 of the “rules” Standridge shared, based on a list from an old pastor...

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