The document discusses Christian perspectives on work and vocation. It argues that all legitimate work can be seen as spiritual service to God when done with the right attitude and values. The Bible teaches that humanity's role is to steward God's creation, which includes productive activities like farming, crafts, and necessary jobs. Romans 12 calls believers to offer their bodies as living sacrifices and not conform to worldly ways, in order to discerning God's will through their work.
32. Romans 12:1-2 I appeal to you therefore, brothers by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed . the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.
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34. . Genesis 1:26-31 (The Message) God spoke: “Let us make human beings in our image, make them reflecting our nature So they can be responsible for the fish in the sea, the birds in the air, the cattle, And, yes, Earth itself, and every animal that moves on the face of Earth.” God created human beings; he created them godlike, Reflecting God’s nature. He created them male and female. . Peterson, E. H. (2002). The Message : The Bible in contemporary language . Colorado Springs, Colo.: NavPress.
35. God blessed them: “Prosper! Reproduce! Fill Earth! Take charge! Be responsible for fish in the sea and birds in the air, for every living thing that moves on the face of Earth.” Then God said, “I’ve given you every sort of seed-bearing plant on Earth And every kind of fruit-bearing tree, given them to you for food. To all animals and all birds, everything that moves and breathes, I give whatever grows out of the ground for food.” And there it was. God looked over everything he had made; it was so good, so very good!
36. Physicality is Declared Good Creation Humanity as Image Bearers Cultural Mandate, Possibilities and Potential Creator/Creation
41. Genesis 12:1 Now said to Abram, “Go from your country and your kindred and your father’s house to the land that I will show you. 2 And I will make of you a great nation, and I will bless you and make your name great, so that you will be a blessing. The Holy Bible : English Standard Version., Ge 12:1 (Wheaton: Standard Bible Society, 2001). Redemption: God's Rescue Plan