What does the Bible say about not working?
New American Standard Bible For even when we were with you, we used to give you this order: if anyone is not willing to work, then he is not to eat, either. New King James Version For even when we were with you, we commanded you this: If anyone will not work, neither shall he eat. King James Bible
How to know when a no is not a no?
So try finding who’s the person at the right level for your ask, then appeal to them, or, enlist via someone who can appeal peer-to-peer. You’ll hear this kind of “no” if you approach someone when their budget decisions for the year have been sewn up.
When to say no problem or not a problem?
There’s nothing incorrect about saying “No problem” or “Not a problem,” when responding to an apology. You would probably teach your child that when his friend or sister apologizes for something that person did, he will need to forgive the mistake. “That’s okay” works as a response.
What does the Bible say about not working on the Sabbath?
This we commanded, that if any man would not work, neither should he eat. This or similar expressions have been shown to be a proverb in frequent use among the Jews. Thus: “Whoever doth not work doth not eat” (‘Bereshith Rabba’); “Let not him who would not labour before the sabbath eat on the sabbath” (‘In Lib. Zenon.’).
Do You Say Yes or no at work?
Sometimes saying “yes” at work is the way to go. Yes to that new project, yes to more responsibility, and yes to that promotion you’ve been eyeing. But other times, you need to decline. No, you’re too busy, no you’re not interested, or no, you don’t want to work until all hours of the night.
What happens if you say it’s not my job?
Sure, this attitude may help you avoid doing extra work, but it’ll probably also prevent you from advancing in your career since you’ll be labeled as someone unwilling to go above and beyond. Not to mention, it could also get you labeled as lazy and unaccommodating (say goodbye to your happy hour invite).
What happens when you tell your child no?
If you tell your child, “No, you can’t do that,” and they keep pestering, and you give in, they learn that pestering works. They learn they don’t have to accept ‘no’ for an answer. So you can see that many parents are teaching their children to challenge them without even realizing it.
Do you have to show up on time for your job?
Showing up on time is so important to doing a good job. After all, you can’t do your job at all if you’re not there. But “on time” doesn’t mean simply clocking in by 9:00:59 on the dot. To be on-time you actually need to show up a few minutes early, says Laplante. “Everyone should aim to be at the office 15 minutes before they plan to start.