Worshiping God Through Our Work
Summary
In this sermon, I discussed the concept of "Worshiping Through Work," aiming to bridge the gap between Sunday worship and Monday work. I began by exploring the origin of work, drawing parallels with the importance of understanding the origin stories of superheroes. Just as knowing a superhero's origin story helps us understand their character and actions, understanding the origin of work can shed light on its purpose and significance. I emphasized that work is not just a necessary burden to pay bills and support families, but it can also be a means of worshiping God. I encouraged the congregation to find joy and fulfillment in their work, viewing it as a form of vocation. I pointed out that everything started with work, referring to the book of Genesis, which contains the origin of everything else in the Bible, including the gospel, the purpose of man, and worship.
Key Takeaways:
- Work is not just a necessary burden, but a means of worshiping God. [ 01:01]
- Understanding the origin of work can help us appreciate its purpose and significance. [ 02:07]
- The book of Genesis, which begins with work, contains the origin of everything else in the Bible.
- We should strive to find joy and fulfillment in our work, viewing it as a form of vocation.
- The concept of "Worshiping Through Work" aims to bridge the gap between Sunday worship and Monday work.
Study Guide
Bible Reading:
1. Genesis 1:1 #!!02:07!!#
Observation Questions:
1. What does Genesis 1:1 tell us about the origin of work?
2. How does the concept of work relate to the creation story in Genesis?
Interpretation Questions:
1. How does the origin of work in Genesis 1:1 shape our understanding of work today?
2. What does it mean to worship God through our vocation?
Application Questions:
1. How can you find joy and fulfillment in your work, seeing it as a form of worship rather than just a means to pay the bills?
2. Can you think of a specific way you can worship God through your vocation this week?
3. How does understanding the origin of work in Genesis change your perspective on your daily tasks?
Devotional
Day 1: The Origin of Work
Work is not just a necessary burden, but a divine calling that started with God Himself. Understanding the origin of work helps us appreciate its value and find joy and fulfillment in it. Work is not just about paying bills or supporting families, but it's a way to worship God through our vocation. [01:01]
Genesis 2:15 - "The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it."
Reflection: How can you view your work as a divine calling and a form of worship to God?
Day 2: Work as Worship
Worship is not limited to Sunday services but extends to our Monday work. Our vocation, no matter what it is, can be a platform to worship God. This perspective transforms our mundane tasks into divine assignments. [02:07]
Colossians 3:23 - "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters."
Reflection: How can you transform your daily tasks into acts of worship?
Day 3: The Gospel in Work
The Gospel is not just a message we hear but a truth we live out, even in our work. Our work can be a platform to demonstrate the love, grace, and truth of the Gospel. [01:01]
Ephesians 2:10 - "For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do."
Reflection: How can you demonstrate the Gospel through your work?
Day 4: The Purpose of Man in Work
Work is not just about survival but about fulfilling our God-given purpose. Our work can be a means to express our unique gifts, talents, and calling. [02:07]
Exodus 31:3 - "And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, with understanding, with knowledge and with all kinds of skills."
Reflection: How does your work align with your God-given gifts, talents, and calling?
Day 5: Worship in Work
Work is not just a duty but a form of worship. When we work with excellence, integrity, and love, we honor God and reflect His character. [01:01]
1 Corinthians 10:31 - "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God."
Reflection: How can you work in a way that reflects God's character and brings Him glory?
Quotes
1. "Why is it important to know the origin of something? It gives you the background story. It helps you understand why their story is important and it gives you information to what makes them who they are. It may actually help you judge them better in a better light once you know more about them rather than what you just see on the surface of the here and now." - 01:01
2. "Many people look at work as a necessary burden. Something that has to be done in order to pay the bills and to support their families. But beyond that, they don't find joy in their work or fulfillment. They're just going through the motions." - 02:07
3. "This will be a series of messages that I hope will encourage you to worship God through your vocation, no matter what type of vocation that is." - 02:07
4. "So what better way to start the series than worship through work, connecting Sunday worship with Monday work than to look at the origin of work." - 02:07
5. "You know really you could go to the book of Genesis and look at the first five chapters of Genesis and you would find the origin of everything else that's in the Bible. It has the gospel in it, it has the purpose of man in it, it has worship in it, it has every purpose that God has given us as people in those first five chapters of the Bible." - 02:07
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