Godspot is a monthly thought for reflection and prayer brought to us by Transform Work Ambassador Andy Smith taken from his monthly recordings with UCB radio.
You can choose to read it below or listen to the recording below if you prefer.
Beware of Riptides
I’m Andy Smith, Ambassador for Transform Work.
Life can seem mundane or routine; a bit like walking along a beach. There is the steady rhythm and routine of the waves. But then you get to a strangely becalmed region. It looks inviting, maybe even enticing and you consider taking the plunge.
But don’t!
It is a riptide and before you know what is happening, you are being swept out to sea away from safety and the people you know.
Ah, but I can fight this you think and you try swimming back to shore. You will only tire yourself out whilst still getting swept further out.
Wake up to your real situation and push out to the side where the familiar waves are. Reconnect with the main current and then you can get back to shore, safety and the people you know and trust.
In life, beware of Riptides. They will always control you, not you them.
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How would you apply this to your life in your workplace? Do you find yourself being pulled into deep waters? Situations where you think you are in control but suddenly find you are out of your depth and swimming against the riptides. Are you exhausted and stuck, unable to get back to shore and slowly sinking?
How could you avoid "riptide" situations in your workplace?
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