My boss at work keeps asking me about going to church with him, and he wants to help me accept Christ into my life. All of this came out of me saying that I was interested in reading the Bible. I respect all religions, but I don't feel a need to be a part of one....what should I do??? I don't want to be rude.....
2006-12-25 07:53:41 · 41 answers · asked by lucitienne 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
ALWAYS be honest and sincere about your talking with him and his religious affiliation. He believes that he is right even if you do not. I would be just as honest with him as you have here. I hope that you do begin reading and studying on your own or with others this week if at all possible. The longer that you put it off the less likely that you are to do so. I am also a Christian and would be glad to answer questions that you post on here at any time along with the other 15,297,316 people that are here. Have a great week!!
Eds
2006-12-25 08:00:47 · answer #1 · answered by Eds 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
well you're first mistake was telling your boss that you were interested in the bible the subject of religion should never come up in the work place now that you opened yourself up to this dilemma you're pretty much screwed either way so your best bet would be to either look for a new job or go to church with your boss and then say thank you but i don't think this faith is for me
2006-12-25 08:13:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Thank your boss for his/her kindness and caring about you, and at the same time just be honest and tell your boss that at this time in your life you are not inclined to organized religion. You could add that if and when things change you will always remember his/her offer. No one can take offense or be hurt from honesty.
2006-12-25 08:27:45 · answer #3 · answered by ? 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Several lawsuits have been successfully won by employees who were being hassled by their supervisors or co-workers about religion. I'm not saying that you should sue somebody over this, but just letting you know that if your boss knew anything whatsoever about human resources issues, he would definitely not be doing this.
Be polite. Be firm. And be honest. Thank him for the invitation, but do point out that he's asked several times now, and that your answer is still "No, thanks." If he continues after that, it's bordering on harassment. Hopefully, a firm-but-polite "no" will do the job.
2006-12-25 08:07:13 · answer #4 · answered by solarius 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
To tell your boss that you are not interested will not be rude. You should be able to go to work without feeling harassed about going to church. And if your boss is a christian, he will not fire you based on your feelings about church. So put a stop to the harassment by telling your boss to back off.
2006-12-25 08:00:03 · answer #5 · answered by Tired of being Mr. Nice 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Say exactly what you said here to your boss. Be respectful and thank his invitation but tell him you're simply not interested in his religion.
2006-12-25 08:06:25 · answer #6 · answered by cynical 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Tell Him thank you but you are a faithful member of the Church of God. The Church of God is created inside you and inside your own home when you live as a good and faithful servant of God through the mercy of Jesus Christ. The Bible holds all you need to live and serve well. You are already building your church inside you, you cast evil aside when you chose not to be rude! God be with you my friend.
2006-12-25 08:05:11 · answer #7 · answered by rezany 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Say,"Sir,Thank you so much for the offer.However,this really isn't a good time for me. I would like to read the Bible,however,and try to find a few things out. Any suggestions on versions?" You have respected him,and asked him for "help". It may be enough to get him off your back for a while...
2006-12-25 07:59:53 · answer #8 · answered by Myaloo 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I encounter this a lot. I tell anyone who wants to recruit me that I am a Secular Humanist, and if they want to know more about it, I write "Secular Humanism" on a piece of paper and tell them that there is a wealth of information online. I would not expect to encounter such an issue in the workplace. As a general rule, I avoid any discussion about sex, politics, or religion at work.
2006-12-25 08:02:24 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
Hi, as I see it you have two choices, you can tell him that you don`t want to rush into this and would like read the Bible and then take it from there,or you can just go along to the church and see what happens.
Both ways you have to be honest and up front about this.
2006-12-25 07:58:29 · answer #10 · answered by Sentinel 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋