Work & Vocation

Work was given before the fall. Image-bearers were made to cultivate, create, and steward. The fall added thorns; it did not abolish the calling.

When you work, you are participating in God's care for the world. Code, lesson plans, balance sheets, diapers — all of it can be worship done unto the Lord.

Daniel kept the books for pagan kings without compromise. His integrity made him both irreplaceable and a target. The faithful presence of a Christian at work is rarely invisible.

Refuse small dishonesties. Speak well of absent colleagues. Do excellent work even when no one is watching.

Sabbath is a weekly declaration that your work does not save you and your output does not define you. To rest is to trust.

Plan it like you plan your work. Protect it. Receive it as gift.