The story ends with each of these men going their separate ways while agreeing to never cross the line to harm the other—basically a mistrustful impasse. Looking back over the entire story, at what points could this ending have been avoided? Why do you think the relationship between management and labor is often hostile? Does it have to be? Which side–management or labor–do you think is most responsible for justice in the workplace? What actions would each side have to take to result in justice in the workplace?
There is no devotional for Sunday, March 8, 2015.
Tongue on Fire 