Genesis 1:1-2:3
God and Work 1. God works to create the world (Gen. 2:1-3). 2. God works relationally (Gen. 1:26-27). 3. God limits His work (Gen. 2:1-3). People and Work 1. Created to care for God's creation (Gen. 2:5). 2. Created to work relationally (Gen. 1:26-27). 3. Created to bear fruit and multiply; to fill and subdue the earth (Gen. 1:28). 4. Created to receive God's provision (Gen. 1;29-30). 5. Created to work within limits (Gen. 2:1-3). Work in Our Fallen World (Gen. 3:17-19) 1. Work is a reflection of our identity in God (Work that is productive, fruitful and creative). 2. Work is a means for growth (through the challenges as opportunities for character building). 3. Work is an avenue for Christian witness (through speech, attitude and conduct). 4. Work is a channel to influence society (to push back the darkness, immorality and sin). New Creation Rev. 21:1-4 (Eternity has a renewed life that may well do with work in its renewed state.) 1 Cor. 15:58 (&in the Lord your labor is not in vain.&) The Hebrew &avodah& is used for both &work& and &worship.& Come join us at our English service of the International Church in Yangon! Comments are closed.
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