Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture Work and the Meaning of Life (with David Bahnsen)
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Jun 10, 2025 
David Bahnsen, Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer of The Bahnsen Group, dives into how work is intricately tied to one's sense of purpose. He discusses the impact of the pandemic on perceptions of essential roles, advocating for a celebration of every job's value. Bahnsen emphasizes a biblical perspective of work rooted in creativity and stewardship, debunking myths that it’s merely a consequence of sin. He also examines the balance between work and family life, urging a holistic approach that harmonizes responsibilities while enhancing personal fulfillment.
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Cultural View of Work Shift
- The culture often views some work as "non-essential," creating a caste system among jobs.
- This undermines the historically high American celebration of hard work and entrepreneurialism.
Work as Solution to Alienation
- Work provides purpose, which combats depression, loneliness, and alienation.
- Lack of purpose, often from secularism, drives many mental health crises, while work restores joy.
Christian vs Marxist Work View
- Unlike Marx, who views work as conflict with human nature, Bahnsen sees work as harmonious with God's design.
- Human creativity in work reflects being made in God's image, providing ontological fulfillment.
