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Oct 12, 2024 · The meaning of life is discovered when our desires are transformed by the love and wisdom of God, leading to a life that brings honor and glory to Him. Romans 8:28 “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
- Colossians 3:23. 23 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, Read Chapter All Versions.
- Ephesians 4:28. 28 Anyone who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with their own hands, that they may have something to share with those in need.
- John 6:27. 27 Do not work for food that spoils, but for food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you. For on him God the Father has placed his seal of approval.”
- Galatians 6:4-5. 4 Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else, 5 for each one should carry their own load.
- Genesis 1:28
- Genesis 2:15
- Genesis 3:17
- Deuteronomy 5:13-14
- Ruth 2:7
- Psalm 90:17
- Psalm 104:24-30
- Proverbs 16:3
- Ecclesiastes 3:22
- Mark 6:3
God created humanity to work alongside him. Our work fills the earth with good things: products and services, knowledge and beauty, organizations and communities, and glory for God. More on Genesis 1:28 from the Theology of Work Bible Commentary…
God gave Adam and Eve specific work to do, both physical work (gardening) and cultural/scientific/intellectual work (naming the animals). All the work we do is rooted in God's design for humanity. More on Genesis 2:15 from the Theology of Work Bible Commentary…
Adam's and Eve's sin makes the work we were created to do more difficult. God still provides for us through our work, but it takes more effort. Work itself isn't a curse, but a gift from God that's essential after the Fall. More on Genesis 3:17 from The Theology of Work Bible Commentary...
Rest is a privilege from God that requires the trust that we'll survive without constant labor. The fourth commandment does not explain how God will make a cycle of rest work out. It simply says we should rest and let others rest too. More on Deuteronomy 5 from the Theology of Work Bible Commentary…
Even when her life collapsed, Ruth chose productive work over despair. She went to work despite no assurance it would provide for her family, and God made it work out in the end. God's faithfulness underlies human productivity, but we have to do the actual work. More on Ruth 2 from the Theology of Work Bible Commentary…
Work is difficult, and we need God's help to get good results. Ultimately, God will work out his purposes through our work. More on Psalm 90 in this Theology of Work video…
God's work did not end with creation. God continues working to this day, sustaining the world and all life in it. More on Psalm 104 in this Theology of Work video…
The Book of Proverbs offers wisdom that transforms human character to be more God's. Through Proverbs' advice we become more trustworthy, diligent, shrewd, generous, and humble. Practice this wisdom and trust God to take care of the outcome. More on Proverbs 16:3 from the Theology of Work Bible Commentary…
Work often feels frustrating and futile. We are finite beings with limited ability, foresight, and knowledge. But God turns our limits into a blessing. Since we can't control the future, we need only be content with our work today. More on Ecclesiastes 3:22 from the Theology of Work Bible Commentary…
Jesus did ordinary work – the same labor of his earthly father Joseph. Jesus lived in the real world, not some magical Bible world where everything is perfect. Jesus worked a real job like many of us work today. More on Mark 6:3 in this Theology of Work video…
- Genesis 1:27-28. Meaning and value of work. God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them. God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it.
- Exodus 31:2-5. Meaning and value of work. I have filled Bezalel with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, with understanding, with knowledge and with all kinds of skills—to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts.
- Leviticus 6:2-5. Economic justice. If they cheat their neighbor, or if they find lost property and lie about it, or if they swear falsely about any such sin that people may commit—when they sin in any of these ways and realize their guilt, they must return what they have stolen or taken by extortion, or what was entrusted to them, or the lost property they found, or whatever it was they swore falsely about.
- Numbers 12:3. Humility. Moses was a very humble man, more humble than anyone else on the face of the earth.
- Work is part of God’s big picture. God created all things and He has revealed that, in His sovereignty, He is progressing created order through a process of Creation, Fall and Redemption.
- Our actual work matters to God, now and eternally. God has chosen to create men and women in His image to, among other things, work and tend this created order for His glory and for the betterment of humankind.
- God provides us with unique skills, gifts and talents, and calls us to particular roles and activities. Although the roles might have apparent differences in importance, our callings are equal.
- Quality, character, and ethics are foundational for our work. We are responsible not only for the quality of our work, but also for our faithfulness to God in the way we pursue that work, and for our own good character while working.
“And you, Solomon my son, know the God of your father and serve him with a whole heart and with a willing mind, for the Lord searches all hearts and understands every plan and thought. If you seek him, he will be found by you, but if you forsake him, he will cast you off forever.
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