Lay It on Me

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qualifying themselves by increasing their knowledge of the area of work in which they are involved.  Offer to do above and beyond what you are expected to do. Whatever your hands find to do, then do it.  Try to solve problems that make it easier on those over you. Solve problems instead of creating them.  Discover when and where the next promotion is coming from, and position yourself with the wisdom and knowledge needed to experience that increase.  Determine that if you are "called" to a place or a ministry, you will stay with that church, ministry or business, even in the toughest of times. If you run away during tough times, you will run from problems for the rest of your life. By leaving too soon, you could be leaving your field of blessing.  Face any misunderstanding in love, before it gets out of hand. Some people always confront. Our ministry is not one of confrontation, but of reconciliation. We are not called to straighten things out, but to heal and to reconcile situations. ask questions and make statements in love, not in spite.  Never speak of another worker of staff member behind his or her back. Never say anything about someone that you would be embarrassed by if they knew you said it. Always remember, people talk. When you tell someone, "This is between you and me," you should consider that human nature finds it difficult to remain silent because information is power. Be careful what you say and to