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The Meaningful Work of a Gardener
By Drew Narmour, YBL Director, Jackson, MS So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them. God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it. Rule...
Pray 4 YBL and WBL
For God gave us a spirit, not of fear, but of power and love and self-control. 2 Timothy 1:7 Pray For YBL and WBL Leadership Pray for Rob, Sharon, Drew, and Chris, that each would be encouraged through the Holy Spirit and be aware of the power, love, and self-control...
A God-Centered Motivation for Good Work
By Rob Genin What is our motivation for work? There are many possibilities. We might work to feed our families or to grow professionally and gain new opportunities for other work. We might work to buy luxuries or (ironically) work so we don’t have to work. It could be...
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Wait for the Lord;be strong, and let your heart take courage;wait for the Lord! Psalm 27:14 Pray For YBL and WBL Directors Pray for YBL and WBL Directors Rob, Drew, Sharon, and Small Group Coordinator, Chris: Pray for continued stamina through the spring semester and...
How to Pray in a Busy World
Recently, I’ve found myself so busy that when I lay down in bed at night, I realize I have not prayed all day! Maybe you also have a busy schedule, but instead of relying on the power of the Holy Spirit, you trust in your own strength to carry you through the day....
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Sing praises to the Lord, O you his saints, and give thanks to his holy name.For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime.Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning.You have turned for me my mourning into dancing; ...
Maundy Thursday
Mandatum is the Latin word for “command” or “mandate”, and the day is called Maundy Thursday because on the night before his death Jesus gave his disciples a new command. “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also...
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Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is your life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory. – Colossians 3:2-4 Pray For YBL and WBL...
Help! My Job Asks Me to Communicate Unbiblical Messages!
Take time to consider your assignments and the ideas they promote. And as you do, prayerfully seek discernment to move forward in a way that allows you to glorify God, advance his kingdom, and keep his commands....
An Alternative to Self-Promotion
By Rob Genin Most everyone wants to advance in their career or business. How is the question. Modern advice is to promote yourself like a brand or product. Here is an example: “How people perceive you at work has always been vital to a successful career. Now with the...
Pray 4 YBL and WBL
For the love of Christ controls us, because we have concluded this: that one has died for all, therefore all have died; and he died for all, that those who live might no longer live for themselves but for him who for their sake died and was raised. - 2 Corinthians...
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Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. If any of you lacks wisdom,...
Missions Focus: Business as Missions
Around this time each year, a number of churches begin their global missions' conferences. These conferences often inspire individuals to get involved with missions. But how do you engage wisely? We should serve with our gifts! The business professional can serve with...
Pray 4 YBL and WBL
The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims His handiwork. Day to day pours out speech, and night to night reveals knowledge. There is no speech, nor are there words, whose voice is not heard. Psalm 19:1-3 Pray For YBL and WBL Directors Pray...
How Can I Point to Christ When Work Gets Stressful?
“83% of US workers experience work-related stress” (American Institute of Stress). It is no secret that working has its challenges. Meeting deadlines, working with challenging people, and balancing finances are just a few difficulties that you might regularly...
How Can I Lead a Quiet Life When My Job Requires Self-Promotion?
"Aspire to live quietly, and to mind your own affairs, and to work with your hands, as we instructed you, so that you may walk properly before outsiders and be dependent on no one." 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12 "First Thessalonians 4:11–12 talks about making it your...
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