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This is Foster

Episode 2 | The Myth of Work-Life Balance with David Bahnsen

Dec 13, 2023
David Bahnsen, Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer of The Bahnsen Group, discusses the myth of work-life balance, a doctrine of vocation, navigating career choices and faith principles, exploring the complexity of college education, addressing financial challenges faced by younger generations, morning routines for productivity in business, and redefining work-life balance.
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Quick takeaways

  • Recognize the value of work as a calling and means to meet human needs.
  • Apply Christian beliefs in different fields, including finance, through the concept of sphere sovereignty.

Deep dives

The Importance of Having a High View of Vocation

Author David Bonson emphasizes the significance of having a high view of vocation in the Christian faith. Rather than having a low view of work, Christians should recognize the value of their calling. Bonson explains that finance, in particular, should be seen as a means to an end, which is meeting human needs through productive exchanges in the marketplace. He discusses how he combines his expertise in finance with his passion for helping people in real-life situations. Additionally, he discusses the influence of his father, a pastor, and his decision to pursue a career in business, seeing it as a way to apply his Christian beliefs in a different field.

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