Theology of Work

“Protestant Christians have consistently affirmed the goodness of ordinary work. However, as new technologies have developed, the way we work has changed. Christians have to continually ask, ‘Why does my work matter?’” - TGC

“There could be legitimate reasons for your restlessness as God convicts you to leave or directs you to go…. On the other hand, there may be sources of restlessness that need to be overcome by resting in who God is and his eternal purposes for earthly work.” - TGC

“In my last post, I covered the foundational biblical principles for thinking about AI. Today, I want to make a more practical point: Artificial intelligence can help Christians be better stewards in their vocations.” - IFWE

“AI systems, for all their sophistication, remain tools created by humans to extend human capabilities. They process information, recognize patterns, and automate tasks, but they lack consciousness, moral agency, and the creative spark that comes from being made in God’s image.” - IFWE

“Our sinful state is one of total depravity, and though that doesn’t change, the culture has changed. The contemporary worker has changed. So how does a Christian live in the world where the postpandemic work ethic reigns?” - TGC

“It is one thing to understand our need for this presence, but it is another thing to maintain an awareness of his presence in the busyness of life.” - IFWE

“The humble person is not blind to their strengths; they are looking to see how their strengths can help others. They are self-aware without being self-consumed.” - IFWE

“While we believe that our vocations are a gift from God, we also understand that rest is an essential ingredient to a well-balanced life and something our Creator wants us to enjoy according to his will.” - IFWE

“For fun, let’s explore some options…. Vocatio a Deo (from the Latin words vocatio for “calling” and a Deo for ‘from God,’ for ‘calling from God’)….Oikonomology … Praxiology…. Ergology (from ergon – Greek for ‘work’ or ‘deed’).” - IFWE

“Business harnesses human creativity and energy to benefit mankind in unique and powerful ways. Far from being immoral, business and markets help people develop virtue as they create value and wealth for themselves and others.” - L&L