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The Biblical View of Work



The Biblical View of Work: More Than a Paycheck

 

In our busy lives, work often feels like a necessary evil—something we do to pay bills, build security, and chase fulfillment. But what if God sees work differently? What if your job isn't just a means to an end, but a divine calling where He places you to make a lasting impact? As Christians, we’re called to view work through a biblical lens. It’s not primarily about financial provision or personal achievement. Instead, it’s a place where God equips us to be salt and light (Matthew 5:13-16), Influencing those around us for His kingdom.

 

Work: A Divine Calling, Not a Curse

 

We often think of work as a burden—something we'd quit if we won the lottery. Surveys show most people would stop working if money weren't an issue. But the Bible paints a different picture. Work existed before the Fall in Genesis; Adam was placed in the garden to cultivate it. Sin made it toil, but God redeems it as part of His plan.Jeremiah 6:16 urges us: "Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls."

 

These "ancient paths" are eternal—God’s plan for you from the beginning. He has ordained your days (Psalm 139:16) and placed you exactly where He wants you. When we surrender our careers to Him, saying, "Put me where You want me," He leads us to paths of purpose and rest.

 

God Is Your Provider, Not Your Job

 

Many of us pray desperately for jobs, saying, "Lord, I need a paycheck." While God knows our needs (Matthew 6:25-34), our security isn't in a boss or a paycheck—it's in Him. He provides in unexpected ways, often beyond what we imagine.I recall a time when my family faced significant financial strain after moving. The only job I could find was delivering newspapers at 4 a.m. for $275 a week. When the bank threatened foreclosure, I prayed in desperation. The representative asked if we tithed. When I said yes, everything shifted—our mortgage was adjusted, and soon a better job appeared.

God isn't dependent on human provision; He flows it through whatever path He chooses.

 

Your Oikos: The People God Has Placed Around You

 

God gives each of us gifts and a calling to influence our oikos—our household, family, church, social circles, and workplace. These are the people you see more than anyone else. Your job is the place God has positioned you to be salt and light—to influence those ready for change. Work isn't about accumulating toys or status. We’re spiritual beings placed in the natural world to bear lasting fruit for the kingdom. The Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20) calls us to make disciples. Your workplace is a place where this can happen—through positive attitudes, integrity, and genuine care. Be different: no cursing, no gossip, no griping-always positive. Over time, people notice. They come to you because you have peace they lack.

 

A Real-Life Story of Impact

 

I once worked with a brilliant Vietnamese colleague who came to the U.S. after the war. He was a confirmed Buddhist and viewed Christians as hypocrites. At the time, his life was a mess. But he noticed Frank—a Christian coworker who had peace. Frank carried a Bible but didn’t force it. He simply lived with joy and family love. My colleague was intrigued. Frank lived his testimony. Curious, my colleague confided in Frank: “you have peace I don’t. I want to know what you have that I don’t!" They went to lunch, then dinner at Frank’s home. That night, my colleague came to Christ. Frank mentored him, and he grew into a committed follower with true peace. That’s why you’re at work: to be salt and light where God provides for you and uses you to change lives. 

 

Living It Out: Be Intentional

 

Work is holy ground. Don’t see it as "where you have to be," but "where God has put you." Invest sincerely in people—meet them at their point of need, be approachable, and let your life point to Christ. The goal isn’t quick conversions but lasting change through godly influence. As you head to work each day, remember: You’re not just earning a living. You’re on a mission. God has placed you there to influence your oikos, provide through His provision, and bear fruit for His kingdom. May we walk the path He’s ordained and find rest for our souls.

 

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