Restoring the Dignity of Work

• One of the greatest ways to glorify God is by creating and cultivating in the gardens He has placed us.
• Work is not the consequence of sin – frustration with work is (cf. Gen. 2:15; 3:18).
• When we hinder ourselves and others from meaningful work, we attempt to disfigure God’s image upon us.

Unwise Financial Practices (6:1-5)

• As a steward of God’s resources, He has entrusted me to handle His blessings in the wisest way possible.
• When I cosign for debts, I endanger myself and enable others.
• Do whatever is necessary to avoid unnecessary bondage and secure financial freedom.

Unwise Work Ethics (6:6-11)

• As a steward of God’s giftings, He has entrusted me to use the skills He gives in the wisest way possible.
• God’s people should be the most ambitiously productive in the world.
• Laziness insults God, impacts others, and impedes ourselves.

Unwise Personal Interactions (6:12-19)

• As a steward of God’s opportunities, He has entrusted me to interact with others in the wisest way possible.
• Avoid taking advantage of people and situations for personal gain.
• God despises pride, even if it only influenced our interactions with one another.
• No individual, family, or nation will survive if work is deemed unnecessary.
• When you restore the dignity of wise, helpful, productive work, you give glory to God and do good to others.

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