Why Deep Roots Matter: Navigating Workplace Frustrations with Spiritual Resilience

The Kingdom Leader are clear about these three things and if you're not a kingdom leader no worries we are here to walk with you and equip you with the necessary tools to become a kingdom leader.

Their roots.
Who called them?
What are they called to do?

You can tell a Kingdom Leader from the others their fruit. Apple seeds produce apple trees. We don’t plant apples and get pears.
As we navigate corporate spaces we need to plant the seeds of the fruit of the spirit.
Galatians 5:22-23 Amplified Bible states.
But the fruit of the Spirit [the result of His presence within us] is love [unselfish concern for others], joy, [inner] peace, patience [not the ability to wait, but how we act while waiting], kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, self-control. Against such things, there is no law.

We are a surface-level generation we are afraid to get deep because in the deeps let’s just be honest there's dirt and also more dirt but it is important for us to be deeply rooted. When we are deeply rooted competition and comparison diminish and our ability to celebrate others increases. When we are deeply rooted we don’t expose others for their shortcoming we have empathy and provide them with an eternal perspective. When we are deeply rooted we aren’t annoyed by what we should and could potentially be anointed for.

The top 10 workplace frustrations can vary based on factors such as industry, organizational culture, and individual preferences. However, common frustrations often include:

1. Poor communication: According to a survey by Dynamic Signal, 60% of employees cite lack of communication as a major frustration in the workplace.

2. Micromanagement: A study by Harvard Business Review found that 59% of employees feel micromanaged, leading to frustration and decreased morale.

3. Lack of recognition: Research by Gallup shows that 82% of employees feel that they're not recognized for their contributions, leading to dissatisfaction and disengagement.

4. Unclear expectations: A survey conducted by TINYpulse revealed that 50% of employees are unclear about what's expected of them, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.

5. Inadequate resources: According to a report by Accountemps, 23% of employees cite lack of resources as a significant workplace frustration, hindering their ability to perform effectively.

6. Office politics: A survey by Monster found that 43% of employees feel that office politics negatively impact their productivity and job satisfaction.

7. Work-life balance: Research by the American Psychological Association indicates that 35% of employees experience work-life balance issues, leading to stress and dissatisfaction.

8. Lack of growth opportunities: A survey by LinkedIn revealed that 45% of employees feel that they lack opportunities for career advancement, leading to frustration and disengagement.

9. Poor leadership: According to a study by Leadership IQ, 46% of employees cite poor leadership as a major source of frustration in the workplace, impacting morale and productivity.

10. Inequality and unfair treatment: Research by the Equality and Human Rights Commission found that 40% of employees have experienced or witnessed discrimination or unfair treatment in the workplace, leading to frustration and decreased morale.

With all of these frustrations we need to be rooted in something deeper than ourselves. We cant expect the world so solve our problems when we have an entire book call the Holy Bible thats inspired scripture to help us make sense of this life and give us insight on this life we are living. We must be rooted to navigate these treacherous landscapes.

Kingdom Leaders understand they didnt call themselves. In many cases we start off on fire for God and the smarter we get the more power we get or the more busier we get the dependency on God decreases which in fact as life gets busier and more demanding we should be counter culture in our pursits and seek Christ even more. To be honest we shouldn't be in a constant state of go. Its not healthy for our spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical well being to be on the go. We never see scripture where Jesus was on the go you see the rhythms of rest modeled in his life.

I recently studied the book of John and the thing I loved the most was how clear Jesus was about his mission. He was clear about what he was sent to do and when we are clear about assignments that God has given us we don’t compromise by competing or comparing. We don’t compromise by settling. We don’t compromise the standard that was set. Now let us acknowledge that Jesus is the 2nd deity of the trinity and we are not but understand that God is clear about the assignments that he gives us as we plan and have these expectations we start to get weary or frustrated or annoyed with his process or plans. We feel like the one who created time and sits outside of time is taking too long according to us. The audacity right lol. Maximize the assignment to the fullest because when the assignments change you will then realize that his timing was actually perfect.

I want to introduce you to Holly

Holly, a dedicated leader with a deep love for God, finds herself immersed in the demands of her work and team development. Despite her passion for her role, she feels overwhelmed by the constant workload and the pressure to deliver results. Her desire to exhibit the fruits of the spirit – love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control – is challenged as exhaustion sets in from the long hours spent working.

She yearns to prioritize her professional responsibilities and her personal life, recognizing that she's been neglecting quality time with her loved ones. Despite her best intentions, the demands of leadership often consume her time and energy, leaving little room for leisure and connection with friends and family.

As Holly grapples with this inner conflict what advice would you give her?
Do you see yourself in this scenario ?
Is this someone you know?
Is it you?