

Made to Work
19 snips Jan 7, 2024
Delve into the biblical perspective on work, discovering how it defines our identity and purpose. Explore the meaning of labor as a divine calling that helps create order from chaos, and learn how even mundane tasks contribute to a greater existence. Understand the essential balance between work and rest, emphasizing the healing power of Jesus amidst life's challenges, illustrated by the art of kintsugi. This conversation reveals the intrinsic value of work and our ultimate purpose within creation.
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Why Work Matters
- Work has inherent meaning and purpose, unlike the secular view that life is meaningless.
- This meaning comes from being made in God's image, giving us inherent value.
Humanity's Nature and Design
- Humans are made in God's image, reflecting God's nature and value.
- Our design is to rule, create, and cultivate, similar to God's act of creation.
The Goodness of Work
- Work itself is inherently good, predating the fall, and will continue in the new creation.
- We are designed to create, cultivate, and bring order from chaos.