Definition “[R]esumes provide background information about the applicant’s education, work history, and certificates.” Satterlee, A. (2013). Organizational Management and Leadership: A Christian Perspective. (2nd ed.) Roanoke, VA: Synergistics Publishing. Summary According to “airmedicaljournal.com,” the Air Medical Journal boasts the title of the authorized journal of the following associations: Association of Air Medical Services, Air Medical Physician Association, Air & Surface Transport Nurses Association, National EMS Pilots Association, and International Association of Flight and Critical Care Paramedics. These five are of the top “air medical transport” associations in the country (http://www.airmedicaljournal.com/content/aims). Given this journal’s reputation, their published articles should be considered. In an article called The Perfect Resume, published in the Air Medical Journal, the author, Clark (2017), discusses precisely what the title implies – finding a perfect resume. He offers practical advice to employers for choosing the right applicant based on …show more content…
Even when the motivation is thought to be noble, it remains wrong. Yet, resumes provide one of the easiest means by which to twist the truth. One of Satan’s many names in the Bible is the deceiver (Revelation 12:9), and a lying tongue is listed among seven things that God despises (Proverbs 16:7). In fact, Hebrews 16:8 states that it is literally impossible for God to tell a lie! If He can’t, neither should we! This is such an important issue to God that He inspired Paul to make the “belt of truth” the first piece of the armor to put on (Ephesians 6:14). 1 Peter 1:15-16 says, “but as he who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, since it is written, ‘You shall be holy, for I am holy.’” Thus, we must heed Peter’s words by striving to live like God in all our conduct, even if it means eliminating a “little” lie on a