Work

Work

What if my work has nothing to do with anything “Christian”—how can God be glorified in my work?

God’s Response

Having finished his task, God rested from all his work. . . . The LORD God placed the man in the Garden of Eden to tend and care for it. Genesis 2:2, 15

We worked hard day and night so that we would not be a burden to any of you. 2 Thessalonians 3:8

The intrinsic value of work is anchored in God’s character. Part of being made in his image is sharing the industrious and creative aspects of his nature. The very first job that God gave Adam was to be a gardener. Christians are needed in all kinds of vocations. Whatever your job, believe that God has placed you there for a reason, and then do your work well as a service to God and as a way to show others his love in action through you.

God’s Promise

This should be your ambition: to live a quiet life, minding your own business and working with your hands, just as we commanded you before. As a result, people who are not Christians will respect the way you live, and you will not need to depend on others to meet your financial needs. 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12