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Original Assignment — “The Lord God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to work it and keep it.” (Genesis 2:15 ESV) How important is it that meaningful work was part of the original design for human life?
Creator’s Reflection — “So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.” (Genesis 1:27 ESV) How does being made in the image of a Creator shape how I approach my work?
Responsible Authority — “And God blessed them. And God said to them, ‘Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth and subdue it, and have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over every living thing that moves on the earth.’” (Genesis 1:28 ESV) How should I exercise responsible care and creativity in the world?
Spirit-Empowered Craft — “And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with ability and intelligence, with knowledge and all craftsmanship, to devise artistic designs, to work in gold, silver, and bronze.” (Exodus 31:3-4 ESV) What skills do I have that call me to work for excellence and service?