Your work matters to God because the people you work with matter to Him. Jesus teaches that followers of Christ should be the salt of the earth, making the world a better place, and the light of the world, illuminating the darkness. Your ultimate purpose at work is not to achieve success or make a good name for yourself, but to glorify God in every aspect of your job, from being on time to being kind and patient. [... more]

The Bible teaches that work is commanded by God and brings prosperity, but many Christians view work as a means to an end, rather than an opportunity to serve and glorify God. To get the most out of work, one must view themselves as a servant, recognize that their work is for the Lord, and approach their job with sincerity of heart, fearing the Lord. [... more]

A slothful person is not doing good works for God, wasting time and abilities. God's plan is for His followers to be actively involved and do their best at whatever vocation they're called to. The Holy Spirit enables believers to do above and beyond what's expected, and living a godly life is a matter of choice, with consequences of problems, pressure, pain, and poverty for those who don't follow God's will. [... more]

Pastor Rich Powell examines Ephesians 6, 5-9 to show eight characteristics of a biblical work ethic, including integrity, diligence, generosity, and accountability, emphasizing that as followers of Jesus Christ, work is an element of worship and a venue to serve Him. [... more]

In the context of ancient slavery, Paul's writing in Ephesians 6 emphasizes the importance of a biblical work ethic, where believers are called to be one new people as a radical new community, and their behavior in the working environment reflects their calling in Christ. [... more]

Women in the Bible played a significant role in God's mission, and their stories challenge the notion that the Bible is oppressive to women. In the workplace, Christians are called to be reflections of Christ, working with passion and purpose to bring pleasure to God. [... more]

Nate Heitzig shares the importance of having a purpose in work and how Christians can glorify God in their jobs. He explains that leaders should set an example and that Christians should be diligent in their work, not just in their faith. He also discusses how God can use the work that Christians do to bring others to Christ and how they should strive to be the best at what they do. [... more]

Paul's letters to the Thessalonians emphasize the importance of a biblical work ethic, where Christians are expected to work and support themselves, rather than relying on others for financial support. He also stresses the need for church discipline, where members are held accountable for their actions and are encouraged to correct one another in a loving and gracious manner. [... more]

The concept of a sacred calling in the workplace is explored, emphasizing the importance of humility, reliability, and complicity in work. Christians are encouraged to view their work as a divine calling, serving God through their daily tasks and interactions. [... more]