The community of believers was of one heart and mind,
and no one claimed that any of his possessions was his own,
but they had everything in common. (Acts 4:32.)

Lord help my team see what they share in common.   Should we not help one another rather than compete inappropriately.   We share a mission and a strategy which we claim to agree.   Our colleagues, customers and shareholders depend on us to work together in their best interest.

May I create the right dynamic.  Help us develop an empathy that accurately hears the  concerns of the other.   Can we not develop an analytical objectivity to find the best way forward and then a passionate embrace of what we have agreed?

Can we embrace both conflict and integrity?  Should not our disagreements lead to optimum solutions, enhance respect and the ability to loyally follow the choices or synthesis we have derived?

Help us to give critical feedback to one another, so that our behavior leads to positive results and enhances our collegial bond.

Section 2, Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:2-3; MT 18:15

Hebrew Scripture	New Testament
Do not be quick with your mouth, do not be hasty in your heart to utter anything before God. God is in heaven and you are on earth, so let your words be few. 3 A dream comes when there are many cares, and many words mark the speech of a fool. Ecclesiastes 5:2-3	Matthew 18:15 If your brother or sister sins [against you], go and tell him his fault between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have won over your brother or sister.

Section 3:
You may wish to be silent for a few minutes.

Section 4:
Offer prayer in your own words speaking to God who is for us, with us and in us.