I have a question that relates to what is happening at my work.  We are not allow to pray before celebrating?
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Praying is a personal believe. I think it is funny to see someone pray in public! It is a "look at me". This is the ONLY reason people pray in public.\nThe place you work for can not be all that big! If it was this question would not have came up. Don't they teach tolerance in your religion??
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smoke while prayin?  i don't see why not.  smoking was once a very spiritual thing.
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Tell them if they only accept it after Thanksgiving, it will be a one week notice.  I've never heard of a boss doing that.  When IS a good time?  I mean, you never like to lose people but if they resign, you can't put it off by telling them 'now is not a good time'.  Sheesh.
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we don't have to worry about that, none of us are God never have been or never will be. Accept Him into your heart by asking Him to forgive you for all your sins.you won't become God but you if you meant the prayer will become just like Him.
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There are some Christians who feel this is wrong.  One of the Ten Commandments say not to make any idol (or image).  Some have felt that such images are making an idol.  If you inted to pray before the image of Christ, or kiss the picture, or anything of that sort, I would say it is wrong.  If you are just putting it up to remind you to think of your Lord Jesus, it is probably a wonderful idea.
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It's not a bad thing. I'm kinda the same way. We really aren't supposed to make our good deeds known. And the word tells us to basically go into a closet and pray. I think your just fine. God Bless!
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So you read my answer, didn't you? Thanks...\n\nWe don't celebrate it coz our Great Prophet Mohammed (pbuh) didn't celebrate it, so as his followers, we don't celebrate it too. \n\nIf we'd like to thank to God, we dont have to wait until thanksgiving or other holidays. We can do that in our Shalat, in our pray, or by sharing with the others, at anytimr
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You asked for serious advice so here goes, usually when individuals act the way your boss does, they are very insecure people. Now here goes the hard part, if you like your job well enough to stay there and hold your position, then you have to pray for him, I hope you like to pray because I have found that it is the only way to get ahead in life is by prayer, not getting upset or mad at the man, but just let it roll off, and know who you are in God's eyes, you are God's child and He loves you and He will promote you, these are all very trying learning experiences for all of us at one time or another but the ones who hang in there and do their job to the best of their ability, will prosper, how do I know this?o.k. It happened to me several times, and even though it was tuff to pray for someone I personally had no feelings for, I thought well , the Word teaches us to pray for our enemies, and right now this person was my enemy, so I prayed that they would be promoted clear out of my life,,LOL and guess what I was the one that got promoted to a great new position, and with great people that I had a blast with, I mean God is awesome, He knows exactly what you need, sorry to be so long winded, but just want you to know that things can change, and you are not the victim, he is. Keep on girl and you'll some out ahead!!!!!WhEEEEEE!
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NO.  Formal prayers are fine.  People who don't want to engage in the prayer do not have to.
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I've just been through this. If he's back to work, he probably doesn't have a prayer. I was told, if you're working, you can obviously work. He might be able to get something for the year he was out, but I wouldn't bet on it. They make their own rules. And they keep on changing them. Good luck!
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Wear it on your sleeve (Christian sayings t-shirts).  Wear a cross around your neck (my husband wears a cross), put one on your keys (I do this), go to a Christian club (I went to Campus Christians), etc.  Some people pass out Salvation tracks.  This is kind of annoying, though.  I do for Halloween trick-or-treaters, but not the general public.  Pray at meal time.  That always looks good!  When people tell me their problems, I say that I'll pray for them, & I do!  I am smart enough to know that studying is not enough!  I pray when I study & when about to take a test.  If I drove a car back then, I would have offered to be the designated driver.  I went out with the party kids, but I never did drink or smoke.  I really stand out, even at church.  If something is going on that I know is clearly Biblically wrong, I refuse to participate, & the others notice!  One cannot just assume that if something happens at church that it is ok.  I have pretty stong convictions!  I am not easily swayed by the crowd.  If you do any charity work, mention it.  Like, I made over 70 lap quilts & gave them out to the elderly in nursing homes.  Surely you've also done something to help out a charity or two in your life.  It doesn't have to be a Christian charity, either!  Like, I donated my hair twice so far for Locks of Love.
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that would be very rude. you should stand or sit quietly while they pray. you can think about whatever you want, but you should respect their beliefs and remain quiet and still.
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Its not there, however, you are using the wrong calendar.  We should really worship Friday Night to Saturday, with the Jews, as Jesus did.  Using the Calendar and traditions he used.
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I think people in management have to be really careful.  Their power should not be what brings people to their religion.\n\nI think it's okay to answer questions and offer information at times.  But I don't think it would be right of me to use my job to teach people formally.  That's not what I'm getting paid for, and as a Christian, I'm expected to work for my employer as I would work for God Himself.  Diligently.\n\nThat having been said, if I am a good worker, and I am respectful of and helpful to others, am I not being a Christian influence in the workplace?  If someone is seeking God, I hope that they can see Him reflected in me.  I don't need to guilt people into what I believe.\n\n"A man convinced against his will is of the same opinion still." ~  German proverb
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Hi there,\nI am sure that God is displeased at our state of social disregard for one-another, especially when he has benevolently blessed this country with a bounty of plenty.\n\nI would like to suggest an observation that all of us may participate in...\nThe observation is this, look around you this holiday and make a mental note of things that are wasted and ask your selves....\nWho could I benefit by sharing my blessings....\n\nThe meaning of "Thanks Giving" is to have gratitude and to share.\nI myself really have few resources however, I plan to try and make some-ones day by offering of my caring...\n\nI look for no reward other than a smile...\nMay all of " Yahoo Answers " participants have a wonderful time and holiday...
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when we pray, we should first, thank God.  Whatever I can find to be thankful for, I name it.  Second, pray for others according to their needs.  Finally, whatever troubles you have on your heart, lay them before God.
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Right now, this instant.  Worship is not only limited to going to church; it is feeding the poor, giving charity, greeting your brother with a smile, and planning to make a positive impact in the world, amongst other things.  Remember, there shall be a day which you will not complete--today could be that day! Strive in a way which is pleasing to God before it is too late!