Could you work for someone who doesn't believe in GOD

I believe in God very strongly. I have a deep faith, a personal walk with Him. But, the world is changing. God seems to be on hold, or put behind the burner. Working with people that do not share that belief is very difficult. But, we cannot save everyone, them must be willing to want God in their life.

Yes, I not only could work for someone who doesn't believe in God, I have. And they were one of the best bosses I've ever had; far better than a lot of the so-called "Christian" bosses I've had. Personally, I don't care what someone's religious beliefs are, in or out of the workplace. But many people are intolerate and prejudiced, and that's why -- unless you're working for a church -- it's especially inappropriate to bring up religion at work. A lot of people don't have common sense when it comes to religious differences. Thus, instead of having a well-functioning workplace, things can fall apart in a second if one person finds out that another worker/boss has different beliefs. Religion and the workplace should be just as separate as religion and the government are. And, yes, I do believe in God. I also believe in the right of everyone to have their own beliefs.

Belief in god or no belief in god is purely personal feelings of individuals. I firmly believe in god and no one can influence my feeling and beliefs. I keep the religion within the home and I work for anyone and I couldn't careless whether my employer(s) believe in god or not. Work ethics are different from religious beliefs. It is a good discussion topics and thanks.

i wouldnt care if they didnt belive in god.i was there to work not talk about religion.an if you needed a job you think about makeing money not someone belefs.not everyone beleive in god but thats up to them,as long as i do thats all that matters

I do share your views except the last sentence. "I have no respect for someone who does not believe in God." I would prefer working for someone who believes in God than a non believer. But if I cannot do otherwise, I'll try my utmost to change his attitude towards God by my behaviour. That is giving your 100% at work, being loyal, etc. If you stand up amongst other workers, your boss will become interested to know why are you so different from other colleagues. Work can be a prayer to God, you can evangelise God to other not only by mouth but by your daily deeds.

We must also remember that JESUS came to seek and save the lost. We were once lost, but now we are found to be in CHRIST. How are they going to know if no one goes. Where ever GOD places you be a silent example. We don't even have to say anything, just be there. Whether its in the work place or in your own home. WE ARE CHRIST'S AMBASSADORS. We are not here for self.

You can't respect people of all religions if you don't respect those who don't believe in God. I question his exsistance myself, but that is my personal choice. It does not make me a bad person, or change me in any other way. It is only my religious belief. Personally, I think I'd much rather work for a boss who was not religious (whether believing in God or not). I would not have to worry about being judged for my beliefs. Nor deal with getting into neverending religious discussions. In the work place, I believe this is one topic that should be left at the door.

I'm almost a little bit offended by this thread, but i'm not going to let it get to me i suppose. The original posters comment about not being able to work for someone that doesn't believe in God and that they don't respect people who don't believe as well, that was too much. Those comments were so close minded and made the OP sound like a very close minded person. They claim to respect all religions and then say that??? I think not. If you truely respected all religions you would be happy in yours and happy that everyone else has theirs. I am a FIRM believer that ALL religion should stay out of work enviroments, you're there to work, not to spread the word. :) But that's just my $0.02 . ;D

Well, I believe that religion doesn't really have a place in the workplace at all. Don't get me wrong, I believe that there is something up there, or around here depending on how you feel, but atheists make their own choices, and have the right to do so. Religion is personal, and should be kept that way. It's wonderful that you've worked for the same company all your career, but the person who bought it out has a right to not be persecuted for his beliefs or lack thereof. And if you quit because of what he believes first, you lose a job you obviously love, with people that you're comfortable with and enjoy, and secondly, isn't that judging him in its own way? You don't have to respect him for what he believes, or respect him as a person, but you should respect him as the owner of your company.

wow...ummm...interesting. I don't judge people by their faith. As you are a believer in a God, I am sure it is written in your scriptures not to judge others? Well, looks like ya failed in my opinion. Regardless of your faith, you have the right to make a decision on where and who you work for, however don't be so quick to judge someone if they don't have a path of salvation. This does not make them a bad person.

Unless he was forcing his beliefs on you or belittling you for your belief what does it matter? Work is just that work and unless it's a Christian ministry place or something similar, religion should not enter into it. If you only want to work with people who follow a certain belief system then you should work in an agency that is for that religion, Catholic Charities, what have you depending on your faith. Work for the church/temple, if need be. In main stream work places though religion should not enter into it.

ok you are right.i also hate those type of people who doesnt believe in god.but here you have nothing to do.if you feel that u dont want to work with them then you leave the job.you can feel better

What's wrong with not believing in a God? I don't believe in a god and I seem to be getting along fine with it. I thought you said you respected people of all religions, and if you look anywhere, atheism is a religion, so why not respect them? I'm most likely going to be rated negative for this response, but Christians and Catholics should realize that not everybody can fit under the same umbrella. Some people carry their own, share with a friend, or even don't mind getting wet! P.S. I really hope that my analogy didn't confuse anybody, but what I was trying to say is that not everybody has to follow the same belief system, some people are "covered" with their own beliefs and their own God(s), and some people just let it all go and "get wet." Now this brings me to another topic (which will REALLY give me negative feedback). Have you read the parts of the bible thoroughly? Have you noticed that it contradicts itself multiple times in multiple fashions? Such things like Jesus saying in order to get into Heaven, one must love thy neighbour, honour thy mother and father, and love thy God, which is all fine and dandy. It then goes on saying that in order to get into Heaven, you must be the disciple of Jesus, which, is still okay (now the tricky part). Jesus says, (in Luke 14:26-33) "If anyone comes to me and does not hate his father and mother, his wife and children, his brothers and sisters, yes, even his own life, he cannot be my disciple... In the same way, any of you who does not give up everything he has cannot be my disciple." So now can you see my confusion? How are you suppose to love everyone and hate everyone? There are multiple points of this that I have if you would like me to share them with you. I was a born Christian, and after paying attention to the bible, I noticed so many complications in it that I could no longer believe a religion in which everything contradicts itself. I'm sorry if I offended anybody with my writing, but I guess it had to be said. P.P.S. I'm prepared to receive your negative feedback, now =(

I would rather work with a person who believes in God,i'd feel more comfortable on an environment like that.But if you're an atheist it doesnt mean that you are a bad person.So it doesnt matter as long as they'll treat me fairly.

I think I could. I believe there is a GOD but I also know that many people don't believe for various reasons. As long as they don't try to impose their views on me I could. I know however that many others would not and if one doesn't feel they could deal with it they shouldn't work for such a person.

That would be difficult for me to imagine, actually. My country doesnt allow atheism, but I'll try to think. Well, I'm afraid I have to say NO. I cant work where my boss wont allow me to pray 5 times a day. I'm sure he will say that all my faith and prayers are just wasting time. Or maybe sometimes he'll say "prove to me that God does really exist!" I'm not interested in convincing anyone so that kind of question will bother me. Well people may say what if he's a good man, and doesnt care about your faith? Well, that's the worst condition which I told you about. But I'd still say no. cheers!

A persons faith in god should have nothing to do with where you work...that why there is a seperation of work and faith...your purpose for going to work is to make a living..God said not to judge others because he will judge them in the end....Atheist are all over the place they can be found anywhere you go and in church as well.that is how satan work..I myself found out that 3 of the branch managers that I work with don't believe in God...and regardles of there views I respect them because they respect me..God is love.....

Religious twaddle from fantasy land....... Violette13, says it for me, as does driekons_angel, I could not work for a religious zealot. cremecheese, made a good point too. "You don't have to believe in God to be kind and thoughtful towards others." This whole superiority nonsense "We were lost but now are found"(serene2), is just the kind of divisive stuff that wars are made of. Stop preaching and start loving. The initial question presupposes that you would ask your prospective employer if they believe in god before accepting work. OK, Suppose the Corporation in question, had no god policy. Do you propose I refuse work, and risk loss of welfare for refusing a job? Or will god provide? Am I to make myself homeless, if I cannot find work with a religious employer? Enjoy your faith, but please keep it private. Any god worth having will know if I'm good, even if I dont know he's there.

I would work for someone that does not believe in god, as long as they were a good person. I'm agnostic and it's my personal belief that it's important to respect the beliefs of others. While I don't believe in god, I would never ridicule or discriminate against someone who did. To each their own is my philosophy. On the flip side, I wish more people would respect my choice to NOT believe in god. While I understand that many christians feel that they are instructed by their divine power to pray for and "save" unbelievers, I don't appreciate them preaching to me or trying to save me. If they want to pray for me out of my hearing, fine. However, don't proselytize me and then wonder why I walk away.

not only would i feel i couldnt but i really dont think id want to