

Work and the Future Kingdom
16 snips Feb 25, 2024
Explore themes of hope and renewal through biblical texts like Revelation and Isaiah. Dive into the significance of work and redemption, highlighting motivations and the journey towards justice. Discover how perspectives can transform feelings about even the simplest tasks, as illustrated through childhood experiences. Embrace the power of hope to reshape current struggles and future aspirations, finding dignity in all work. Lastly, witness the transformative impact of faith and collective service in fostering meaningful change.
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The Christian Timeframe
- The Christian view of the future is not escaping to heaven, but heaven coming to earth.
- This renewed earth gives infinite value to our work, as it contributes to this future reality.
Eternal Perspective
- Considering an eternal timeframe changes our perspective on work.
- It influences job choices, commitment, and how we see our actions.
Patience from Future Hope
- Knowing future suffering will end gives us patience in present struggles.
- This allows us to work towards justice with fortitude, knowing time is on our side.