In chapter 5, Paul introduces the question of working with nonbelievers, a question he will explore more fully in chapter 10 and...
You don't need the perfect job to serve God or experience the life he intends for you.
Paul addresses the question of whether the promised return of the Lord implies that Christians should abandon ordinary daily life, including work...
In chapter 9, Paul explains why he initially chose not to accept direct financial support from the Corinthian church even though he...
In the course of an extended argument beginning in chapter 8 on an issue of critical importance to believers in Corinth—the propriety...
The use of what have come to be called “spiritual gifts” (12:1) seems to have caused much contention in the church of...
In chapter 15, Paul conducts a lengthy discussion of the resurrection, and he applies his conclusions directly to work. “[Excel] in the...
One ongoing project that Paul pursued throughout his missionary journeys was that of collecting money for congregations...
First Corinthians has much to contribute to a biblical understanding of work. Above all, it establishes a healthy sense of calling to...
Verses Themes 1 Cor. 1:1-2 Paul, called to be an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and our brother...
God’s various gifts are handed out everywhere; but they all originate in God’s Spirit…Each person is given something to do that shows...
Because of our involvement with numerous Christian organizations and churches, we both have had occasion over the years to see their application...
Do you wonder if God has anything to say about your work? Explore key verses from each...
Explain to students that you are going to make cards to bless people with - reminders that God sees and loves them...
God is all around us and in the work you do every day. The work you do matters today - it shapes...
This is the last session of the curriculum. Give each student a sheet of stationary, an envelope and a pen. If possible...
Sometimes our clients (or even other colleagues) have motives or objectives which do not align with our own. How do we act...
The letters of the New Testament offer many examples of modern workplace dilemmas. These letters can come alive if students are taught to see their current-day application. Here are some of the issues...
It is surprising that few systematic theology texts or courses demonstrate interest in exploring the meaning of work from a theological perspective...
