The Key to Life: Faith, Relationships, and Favour
In psychology and social science, love is defined as a committed pattern of care, attachment, and action that seeks the good of another. Scripture echoes this truth: love and faithfulness are not emotions to feel but virtues to live. Proverbs 3:3 teaches that when love is embodied and expressed through our relationships and work, it shapes character, builds trust, and brings favour with God and people.
“Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.” — Proverbs 3:3
There Is a Formula for Favour
In the Christian faith, Jesus Christ is the ultimate source of life. His death and resurrection stand at the very centre of Christianity, not only as theological truths but as living principles that shape how we engage with the world.
God is extraordinary.
Yet God is also both natural and supernatural.
As God’s children, we are called to understand both natural truths and spiritual truths if we are to live effectively on this side of paradise. Faith is not disconnected from real life; it is meant to inform how we work, relate, lead, and serve.
The Cross as the Key to Life
For a moment, imagine “The Key to Life” shaped like a cross.
According to Scripture, Jesus died on a cross, and throughout history Christians have used the cross as a symbol of devotion, sacrifice, and redemption. But beyond symbolism, the cross carries a powerful relational lesson.
The vertical beam represents humanity’s relationship with the Creator.
The horizontal beam represents our relationship with other people.
These are the two primary relationships every human being must navigate.
Taking a Closer Look at the Horizontal Beam
Let’s zoom in on the horizontal line of the cross.
This line represents interpersonal relationships — how we treat people, how we build trust, and how we steward connection.
We often underestimate just how important relationships are.
If you were asked what you need to start a business, you would likely list capital, skills, strategy, or resources. Financing would probably be at the top.
But I would argue that the most important item on that list should be relationships.
The quality of your relationships determines the quality of your life.
This truth applies just as much in the corporate world as it does in personal life. The old saying, “It’s not so much what you know, but who you know,” may sound uncomfortable — but it contains a great deal of truth.
Everything flows from and is sustained by relationships. When money is no longer an option, when systems fail, and when plans collapse, relationships are often what carry us through.
If you pause long enough to reflect, you will likely reach the same conclusion.
Let’s Get Personal
When I look back on my life, I can clearly see that people have played a direct role in both the highs and the lows I’ve experienced.
Modern systems increasingly push us away from human interaction and toward screens, platforms, and devices. Yet no app has ever replaced the power of genuine human connection.
Every system, device, and piece of software is ultimately designed, owned, and operated by a person.
The last few years have been especially challenging. However, because of the relationships my wife and I have intentionally nurtured over time — both personally and professionally — we didn’t just survive the storms of life.
We triumphed.
We grew in resilience, perspective, and depth. Was it easy? No. But it was progressive.
Out of respect for those relationships, I won’t share specific examples on a public platform. Their integrity matters too.
(A deeper conversation can take place during our next Coffee session.)
A Call to Live with Intentional Integrity
Let me leave you with this encouragement:
Treat every human being with love, dignity, and respect.
Let your actions give weight to your words.
Live with high integrity and pursue quality in all areas of life.
Get personal. Pay attention to the small details in the lives of those you interact with — both professionally and personally. Those details matter more than we realise.
Meditate on This
Proverbs 3:1–6
My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you prosperity. Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favour and a good name in the sight of God and man. Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.
Engage
Take a moment to reflect on these verses. How are you living out love, faithfulness, and integrity in your relationships and work? Share your thoughts in the comments below — your perspective can inspire others on their Maverick journey.
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