Discussion Questions
From the passages in Genesis 1-3:
What stood out to you?
What do these passages teach us about God (his character, his will, his plans, his principles)?
Which aspect of the “Nature of Work” do you find difficult to understand, challenging to believe, or find to be most misunderstood?
What are some reasons why you’ve suppressed your gifts at the workplace to build up others?
The gospel shapes why and how we work. In what ways do you believe the Holy Spirit is leading you to use your gifts to build up others at your workplace and in the church?
Share with your group the ways you worship during work.
Prayer Points
Spend time reading and praying through Colossians 3:22-24 “Bondservants, obey in everything those who are your earthly masters, not by way of eye-service, as people-pleasers, but with sincerity of heart, fearing the Lord. Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ.”
Pray that God would provide the people of Sound City a renewed meaning and joy in our work.
Pray that the Holy Spirit would reveal and root out any idols in our hearts that distort the calling of work that God gifts us.
Pray that the Holy Spirit would lead you in using your gifts to build up those at your workplace.