Do you employ a “market mentality” or a “relational mentality”?
What does this mean?
Put simply, a market mentality sees things in terms of transactions and commodities, resources, and dispensability. A relational mentality however sees things in terms of developing partnerships, relationships, long-term collaborations that benefit both parties and share a vision. The former can easily fluctuate. The latter, however, requires time and effort to develop and cultivates trust, loyalty, and commitment over time.
Now I want to tell you something important about Christianity. Christianity is a “relational faith.” While many other religions see gods and worship as a transactional activity, ie. you give something, you get something, Christianity is based in deep and intimate relationship with one G…