I am a Christian who loves the Lord, and I love to talk about Him, but there is a lady beside me in the library who won't SHUT UP about her life, and I am trying to work here. HELP!
2006-09-19 06:08:31 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Gender Studies
I'm pretty sure there were people in Jesus' life who irritated him too. The story of Jesus' overturning tables at the Temple come to mind. I wouldn't suggest overturning her table, but it wouldn't be rude to say nicely, "Mam it was nice chatting with you but I need to get my work done." Even if she gets upset with you for saying that, you can take pride in the fact that you were kind to her. Good Luck!
2006-09-19 09:56:45 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I don't quite get the thrust of your question. What's her life have to do with Christianity? And, have you considered that this may be an opportunity God has given you to do His work? Not necessarily evangelism but something she needs, that you might be able to provide. I don't say this is the case, but it is a possibility. Check with Him, if you are in doubt. If you don't want to bother, just politely ask her to put a cork in it. Or just move, politely or otherwise. What's the big issue?
As Paul Simon said, 'there must be 50 ways to leave your lover.'
2006-09-19 13:23:09 · answer #2 · answered by kaththea s 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Isn't there generally a rule against being loud and/or abnoxious in libraries. :-) Maybe you can just tell her you are busy doing research at the moment but, you would like to talk about it later. Then just kinda ovoid later coming, or talk to her about it later.
Sometimes people can be that way, not realizing that you are at the library to read, research something, or just enjoy a good book.
Hope this helps,
Jim
2006-09-19 13:19:57 · answer #3 · answered by Grev 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Is she talking about her life or the Lord?
That answer could lead to different answers.
If her life, then perhaps a friendly, "you know, I do enjoy hearing about your life at times, but here (at work, etc), I'm sorry but I don't have the time.
If about the Lord, then perhaps, "You know, I love the Lord too. Unfortunately, around here (at work, etc) some people take offense. While that shouldn't deter our witness, it can get us fired. Let's be careful and not talk so much about Him during our working hours"
2006-09-19 13:18:32 · answer #4 · answered by William T 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Be honest with her, just tell her that you have work to get done and that she is becoming an obstacle before you as you try to be a productive person for your employer.
2006-09-19 13:17:21 · answer #5 · answered by Drea 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Try something like "listen I've enjoyed talking to you but I really need to get back to work". Maybe she'll get the point.
2006-09-19 13:16:46 · answer #6 · answered by vanhammer 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You should move the library with you
and leave the poor lady alone.....
2006-09-19 16:13:34 · answer #7 · answered by spyblitz 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Nicely, politely ask her to allow you to do your work. You understand her plight, but you really need to work. She should understand, and if she doesnt, at least she will move. Misssion accomplished either way, right?
2006-09-19 14:57:39 · answer #8 · answered by â¤??? ?å???? 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Is she talking to you? Or can you just overhear her talking to someone else? Find another spot to work!
2006-09-19 13:16:06 · answer #9 · answered by retorik75 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Pray for her to leave. Isn't praying the default way to make things happen in life?
2006-09-19 14:09:46 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋