Acts Of God

In just about any business or corporate environment, God is a distant entity. He is visibly forced into the darkest recess, never to be mentioned. Embarrassed, ashamed and self reliant, they do not need a supreme being. That’s what they have a board for.

What is interesting is that these very same corporate boards protect their interests by invoking God in their legal contracts.

Most corporate contracts have a boiler plate clause called Force Majeure. The term literally means “greater force” and these clauses cover “Acts of God” that prevent a company from performing its obligations under the contract.

If a fire or a flood, earthquake or tornado interferes, they have an out, thanks to God.

So, on one hand, God isn’t considered appropriate for water cooler talk or intra-company fellowship, but on the other hand, God is a convenient protective device if the company is affected when our Lord’s will interferes with its cash flow.

Is this ironic or merely conveniently self serving?

It’s naïve to think that corporate America will wake up and suddenly embrace God and invite Him into the board room. But it seems a worthy prayer nonetheless.

Do we do the same thing? Do we push God out of our workplace, out of our lives, yet conveniently turn to Him to blame when things go wrong?

If we bring God with us to work everyday, at least our co-workers will get the opportunity to see the ultimate Chairman of the Board.

Please, share with a friend if you feel moved.
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