Nine to Five Podcast

Scripture - But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. … (Galatians 5:22-23)Nancy Huddleston is a member of WorkLight’s Editorial Team. She and her husband Mike live in Burnsville, Minnesota, and she is a freelance writer and editor.Pray: Lord, help us to open our hearts to new coworkers, new opportunities, and new challenges in the workplace.Reflect: When was a time when you used meekness to overcome a challenging situation in your workplace? Discuss: As we “taste and see that the Lord is good” (Psalm 34:8) how can we cultivate relationships with our coworkers?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Scripture - Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering; bearing with one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as Christ forgave you, so you also must do. (Colossians 3:12-13)Ron Schmalz lives in Boulder Creek, California. He and his wife Terri are blessed with four children and two grandchildren. Ron works in high-tech specializing in enterprise architecture and cloud infrastructure.Pray: Lord, calm my anger and guard my tongue so I become a better instrument of your kindness and mercy.Reflect: How and when have you felt called by the Lord to model the Beatitudes, in particular meekness and being a peacemaker?Discuss: Share a situation where the Beatitude of meekness has actually played out. How might meekness play out in us during our current challenges at work?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Scripture - … “you will not always have me. When she poured this perfume on my body, she did it to prepare me for burial.” (Matthew 26:12-13)Marty Anderson lives in Bloomington, Minnesota, with his wife Cecilia. He is the president of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Chapter and a member of the WorkLight Editorial Board. Pray: Lord, help us to be like Jesus and have a servant’s heart. Help us to treat others how we want to be treated.Reflect: How do people see you? Are you patient? Helpful? Or are you demanding and unkind?Discuss: Do you look for and listen to feedback? How do you know what fragrance you exude?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Article VoiceoverScripture - Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up. (James 4:10)Annie Stutley is a member of the Editorial Team living in New Orleans, Louisiana. Find her at anniedstutley.com.Prayer: Heavenly Father of unending promises, grant me the strength to always place my trust in you.Reflection: How does embracing humility in God’s power, not ours, bring peace in turbulent times?Discussion: What turbulence have we experienced in our work environment? How has our faith grown, and these challenges transformed us?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Article VoiceoverScripture - “Therefore, encourage one another and build one another up …” (1 Thessalonians 5:11)David Staloch is a technology leader in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and an ardent utilizer of WorkLight content to equip and encourage Christians in the Salt and Light group at his company.Pray: Lord, please help me to be a light in my workplace by encouraging others and being intentional in thanking my coworkers for their work efforts.Reflect: What encouraging thing can I say to each coworker I see today? How can I thank coworkers for their efforts?Discuss: Are you encouraging others in a consistent and intentional manner? How can you increasingly and consistently give thanks to your coworkers?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Article VoiceoverScripture - But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin. (1 John 1:7)Tom Petersen is a former utility communications professional who writes on work and faith issues. He and his wife Cathy have two children.Pray: Lord, help us to embrace the joy of fellowship in reflecting your light to those who need to experience it, not taking the responsibility on ourselves, but joining with others to serve others.Reflect: How has joining with others helped you magnify the impact of your ministry?Discuss: What barriers do you find to discourage sharing Jesus’ light with your coworkers ? How could joining with others help magnify your willingness to talk about Jesus?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Article VoiceoverScripture - A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed. (Proverbs 11:25)Laurie Primavera has been a nurse and health care leader for the last 30 years, overseeing outpatient programs such as hospice and home health. She currently coordinates a Stephen Ministry program at her church.Pray: Lord, help us to bring your light into the lives of others by listening, encouraging, praying, and supporting others.Reflect: With all the darkness that surrounds us in our daily lives, where do you see the light of Christ? Discuss: It’s easy to label people based on first impressions. How can we shine the light of God when faced with the impulse to cast doubt on the way others live their lives?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Article VoiceoverScripture - “The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it?” (Jeremiah 17:9)Tom Petersen is former utility communications professional who writes on work and faith issues. He and his wife Cathy have two children.Challenge: How are my feelings influencing my thoughts and actions, and have my feelings affected the expressions of my faith?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Article VoiceoverScripture - … It is good to be near God. I have made the Sovereign Lord my refuge. … (Psalm 73:28)Victoria LeMay has been a speech-language pathologist for seven years and has worked in a variety of hospitals, clinics, and private practice settings. She is happily married, has a daughter, is a member of Fresno Women’s WorkLight chapter, and an active parishioner at her church.Pray: Lord, remind us to share your wisdom. When we speak let our voice speak with the love and wisdom from above.Reflect: Has there been a time when you felt called to speak up for others but experienced fear, became discouraged or lacked the time, energy, or resources to do so?Discuss: Consider sharing about a time when you had a divided heart. What circumstances, if any, changed your position so that you could rise above?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Article VoiceoverScripture - Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters … (Colossians 3:23)Tom Petersen is former utility communications professional who writes on work and faith issues. He and his wife Cathy have two children.Pray: Lord, help us to focus our hearts on you, knowing that giving you our whole heart builds up all parts of our lives.Reflect: Where is your relationship with work in comparison to your relationship with God?Discuss: What prevents you from giving God your undivided heart? What are the biggest things pulling for your affection?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Article VoiceoverScripture - “Create in me a clean heart, God, and renew in me a steadfast spirit within me.” (Psalm 51:10 NASB)Jim Ganther is an attorney, entrepreneur, and captain of a competitive BBQ team. He and his wife, Melissa, have seven children and three Big Green Eggs. If you need help smoking salmon, contact Jim at jganther@MosaicCS.com.Pray: Loving Father, create in me a clean heart that I might see you even in the faces of those who wound me, and love them with the very love of Christ.Reflect: Read Matthew 18:21 – 35. Which character best describes you in this parable?Discuss: How do you forgive someone who isn’t sorry for offending you? Is unilateral forgiveness possible?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Article VoiceoverScripture - "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." (Romans 12:2)Listen to the story of  Annie Stutley, sharing her story of living out her Faith in the Workplace.Annie Stutley is a member of the editorial team living in New Orleans, Louisiana. Find her at anniedstutley.com.Pray: Lord, in this digital rush, lead us to use worldly tools wisely—to uplift, connect, and cherish genuine moments. Amen.Reflect: How might you prioritize genuine connections amidst the distractions of social media in your daily routine?Discuss: How does social media impact our ability to cultivate meaningful relationships, both with each other and with our faith?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Article VoiceoverScripture - In fact, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted. …(2 Timothy 3:12)Listen to the story of  Samantha Alcoseba, sharing her story of living out her Faith in the Workplace.Samantha Alcoseba is a salon artist, educator, dog lover,  member of the Fresno Women’s Chapter and an active member in her parish church.Pray: Lord, teach me how to discern your will in my life and accept disappointments as opportunities to grow closer to you.Reflect: When faced with challenges and conflict, what can we do to help us choose righteousness rather than choosing according to our human desires and egos?Discuss: What does it mean to be free in God’s will?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Article VoiceoverScripture - "If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you have won them over.” (Matthew 18:15)Listen to the story of Cathy Glover, sharing her story of living out her Faith in the Workplace.Cathy Glover is a realtor in the Phoenix area. She was a member of and prior president on the Christians in Commerce Women's Board. She is married to Ric, mother of three, and grandmother of six.Prayer: Lord, help me be more honest with myself and especially with you in prayer. Let this spill over to my relationships with others who are supporting me in my walk with you.Reflect: What are the hard things that I’m reluctant to face and share with others who are supporting me in my walk with the Lord.Discuss: How can we bring our lives more into the light in our Small Groups. How can we help each other see more clearly what God is doing in each of our lives?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Article VoiceoverScripture - And do this, understanding the present time: The hour has already come for you to wake up from your slumber. ... (Romans 13:11)Listen to the story of Mike Maslow, sharing his story of living out his Faith in the Workplace.John E. DeSanto lives in Duluth, Minnesota, with his wife Lana. He has been a member since November 1984 when he attended his first Challenge Weekend with his twin brother, Will, and their father.Prayer: Lord, help me be more honest with myself and especially with you in prayer. Let this spill over to my relationships with others who are supporting me in my walk with you.Reflect: What are the hard things that I’m reluctant to face and share with others who are supporting me in my walk with the Lord.Discuss: How can we bring our lives more into the light in our Small Groups. How can we help each other see more clearly what God is doing in each of our lives?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Article VoiceoverScripture - Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by renewing your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. (Romans 12:2)Listen to the story of John E. DeSanto, sharing his story of living out his Faith in the Workplace.John E. DeSanto lives in Duluth, Minnesota, with his wife Lana. He has been a member since November 1984 when he attended his first Challenge Weekend with his twin brother, Will, and their father.Pray: “Father, I surrender my will to you, so your will reigns in me. Let me live in your divine will.”Reflect: How can my actions and decisions be noble, pure, admirable, or praiseworthy in God’s eyes?Discuss: How can we best discern the difference between God’s will and our wants and desires?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Article VoiceoverScripture - "If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you have won them over.” (Matthew 18:15)Listen to the story of Nancy Huddleston, sharing her story of living out her Faith in the Workplace.Nancy Huddleston is a member of WorkLight’s editorial team and the editor of The Flame. She and her husband Mike live in Burnsville, Minnesota, and she is a freelance writer and editor.Pray: Lord, please give me the strength to admit my past mistakes, thereby helping to heal those who I have hurt in the process.Reflect: What’s the best method to forgive ourselves?Discuss: Has there been a time at work when you did the wrong thing, thereby hurting others in the process? What can you do to reconcile that situation?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Article VoiceoverScripture - Whoever would foster love covers over an offense, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends. (Proverbs 17:9)Listen to the story of Lou Gionfriddo, sharing his story of living out his Faith in the Workplace.Lou Gionfriddo retired from federal contracting in 2016 and currently lives in Mishawaka, Indiana with his wife, Ginni. Lou is a math resource teacher at St. Anthony de Padua Catholic School in South Bend, Indiana where he works with students in kindergarten through fifth grade.Pray: Father, you have taught us to forgive, as we have been forgiven by you. Strengthen us through grace to offer forgiveness. Reflect: Would your friends and colleagues be surprised by your example of forgiveness? Discuss: Share about a time you chose to humbly forgive.To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Article VoiceoverScripture - “For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you." (Matthew 6:14)Listen to the story of Laurie Primavera, sharing her story of living out her Faith in the Workplace.Laurie Primavera has been a nurse and health care leader for the last 30 years, overseeing outpatient programs such as hospice and home health. She currently coordinates a Stephen Ministry program at her church.Pray: Lord, forgive me my transgressions and teach me your ways of forgiveness of others. Remind me always to “remove the log from my eye, before worrying about the splinter in others.”Reflect: Was there a time that you needed to ask God for forgiveness while forgiving someone else?Discuss: Consider a time in the workplace when you had to ask God for his forgiveness and/or when you had to forgive someone else? What was the outcome?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.

Article VoiceoverScripture - Nevertheless, each person should live as a believer in whatever situation the Lord has assigned to them, just as God has called them. … (1 Corinthians 7:17)Listen to the story of Al Parolini, sharing his story of living out his Faith in the Workplace.Al Parolini lives in Salinas, California, with his wife Sharon of 39 years. He is a retired small business manager and currently volunteers serving multiple nonprofit organizations within the community. Pray: Heavenly Father, provide us the courage, patience, and obedience to follow you, no matter the degree of difficulty.Reflect: Are you courageous enough to respond to the Lord’s challenges?Discuss: Looking back at your life, what is the most challenging situation which tested your character, strength, and determination?To learn more about WorkLight and how you can experience transformation at work through the power of the Holy Spirit, please visit our website at worklight.org.To get more stories like this one, consider subscribing to the Flame Newsletter and Spark Daily Reflections at worklight.org/resources.