There are two types of Christian business people–those who flaunt it and those who quietly live the life. I’ve met both in my life. And I hate to say this, but the former ones scare me. If I meet one, I instinctively reach for my pocket to see if my wallet is still there. That sounds cynical, but I’ve met only a handful and every one with whom I’ve had a business dealing owes me money promised.
I’ve met many of the second type. They have been universally ethical, honest and upright in their dealings. And great people with whom to share dinner.
I try to know the line between analysis and cynicism. Experience can be a bitter teacher. I typically trust people until I’ve been given reason not to. It’s only hurt me a handful of times–and I recover quickly anyway.
What brings this up is listening to a guy at church Sunday who is trying to be both types while only exhibiting the traits of the latter. If anyone can break the mold, he can. That would be fantastic. We have too many of those negative images. We need a positive one. What I picked up out of his talk was the way he talked about dealing with people. It’s like he cares about them. And that’s the best marketing you can have.
I hope he succeeds.
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