Author Uses Own Failures as Cautionary Tale: More of a “How Not To” Book
Cedar Rapids, Iowa Apr 10, 2024 (Issuewire.com) – Asserting that the workplace is often a challenging place to live out our faith, Tom C. Petersen’s new book “Thank God It’s Monday(?)” offers readers a humorous study on how to do that.
In this collection of humorous essays, Petersen shares his experiences from years in the office trenches. He chronicles his triumphs – but mostly his failures – of living his Christian values amidst the challenges of office life. Whether it’s dealing with difficult coworkers, navigating office politics, or finding opportunities to share one’s faith, Petersen offers readers practical advice with a lighthearted touch.
Notable chapters include:
- “The Amazing Identity-Changing Employment” (Chapter 1)
- “What to Do if You Have a Boss (Chapter 6)
- “When It’s Time to Go” (Chapter 23)
“Thank God It’s Monday(?)” is about finding humor in the everyday challenges of work and maintaining a sense of God’s presence amidst the ups and downs of work life. Through laughter and reflection, Petersen reminds readers to embrace their faith journey at work with humility and grace, knowing that they are not alone in their struggles.
The book is written to encourage Christians at work, celebrating that they undoubtedly perform better than the author did.
About the Author
After a brief and ill-fated start as a daily newspaper reporter, Tom C. Petersen spent decades in the corporate world as a utility communications professional. He is a husband, father, and son, with two master’s degrees and a deep and bitter jealousy of anyone who has a Ph.D. He has been a church elder, nonprofit board member, and homeowners’ association board president, which is just about the worst job in the entire world. He thinks a lot of serious and important things are very funny.
What (Admittedly Biased) People Are Saying:
“This book is kind of a cross between “The Office” television show and C.S. Lewis… if Lewis had sketchy theology. And didn’t write very well. And talked about himself a lot.” (The author’s co-worker, who preferred to be anonymous)
“Thank God It’s Monday(?)” is a witty and insightful read that will resonate with anyone who has ever grappled with the tension between their professional responsibilities and their spiritual convictions. Petersen’s blend of humor, honesty, and faith makes this book a valuable resource for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of the modern workplace with integrity and a sense of humor. (David Hancock, Founder and CEO of Morgan James Publishing, and a very kind person)
“I wrote this book to remind myself to laugh. It’s meant to help me process the times when work and faith seem in conflict. It also reminds me that Jesus has saved us from the dire prospect of only focusing on work and worldly things. When you have a heavenly perspective, it is much easier to laugh at the world of work.” (Author Tom C. Petersen)
About the Book:
“Thank God It’s Monday(?): Balancing Work and Faith While Keeping Your Sense of Humor” was released by Morgan James Publishing Faith imprint on March 19, 2024.
Follow Tom C. Petersen on Social Media:
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tom-petersen-5b03075
- Substack: His Work in Progress | Tom | Substack
Final Sweeping Hyperbole
“Thank God It’s Monday(?)” is “The Definitive Field Guide to Effectively Navigating Faith and Work (By someone who is not good at either).” For anyone who struggles to live out their faith at work, this book has stuff about that.
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