By Chris Lasley of Battle Ground, Washington, USA

The effect of righteousness will be peace, and the result of righteousness, quietness and trust forever.

Stan is the manager of a hardware store. He’s well known in the community as someone to go to for a fair deal. The hardware store has become a venue for Stan to make a difference in people’s lives.

Even though there weren’t any ads for specials that day, the store was busy. Customers lined up at the checkout, and Stan hurried when he noticed an elderly woman holding heavy paint cans. The man in front of the woman also noticed her heavy load. He invited her to go ahead of him.

After she checked out and left, Stan served the kind customer. The man said to Stan, “You didn’t charge me enough.” Stan said, “Yes, I did. I know we have limited counter space here, and I appreciate you letting that woman go in front of you. I gave you a 10-percent kindness discount.”

At the end of the day, Stan added up the sales at the hardware store. He left feeling peaceful and pleased. May you find peace and opportunities for kindness at your workplace this day.

Prayer Phrase

“…my God turns my darkness into light” (Psalm 18:28).

Spiritual Practice

Light

Close your eyes and become centered with your breath. As you breathe gently in and out, reflect on the statement, “The light of God is in all things.” The light has a bright, soft beauty and radiates God’s healing love. The light of God reaches you and permeates you with a deep sense of peace. Rest in the light as it surrounds and fills you. Thank God that you live in God’s light, and it lives in you.

Today’s Prayer for Peace

Engage in a daily practice of praying for peace in our world. Click here to read today’s prayer and be part of this practice of peace.