At the Corner of Church and Work
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The basic biblical theology on human work has been explored quite thoroughly. First, God as Worker. Then Human beings as workers—because we are made in his likeness. Our responsibility is to steward the Creation and our cultures. Thus, our Calling is not limited to those in "full-time Christian service.” And we’ve explored the unbiblical and demeaning division between so-called "sacred work” and "secular work.”
But in spite of all the good theology now available about our daily work, an important element is still missing. With some exceptions, these truths have barely penetrated the ministry agendas of the typical local church. In God at Work, David W. Miller says that, "despite some exceptions, the evidence strongly suggests that the church in general seems uninterested in, unaware of, or unsure of how to help the laity integrate their faith identities and teachings with their workplace occupations, problems, and possibilities.”
A high percentage of those in most congregations spend their weeks in paid and unpaid work. Yet the truths of workplace theology have not become a part of their church DNA. The biblical revelation on work rarely shows up in sermons, classes, and small groups.
What do you believe it will take for that to happen? Specifically, if you’re not hearing much in your church about what the Bible says about ordinary work:
Read the full version of Larry Peabody’s article from his Called Into Work blog, here.
Post by Newsletter Editor David Rupert. Image credits to be found in the accompanying gallery.
The demands, pressures and stress of work can put a huge strain on relationships with our coworkers. This 4-day plan from Theology of Work Project and Workmatters provides simple steps you can take to be more loving to your coworkers that will transform those relationships and increase both joy and productivity at work.