Christ@Work: Bringing Jesus into the Workplace— by Dr Mark Ottenweller
Sermon summary:
We are busy, tired, and find it hard to find balance between marriage/family/work.
It's easy for pple to say no when you invite them to church.
Instead, ask: how are you doing at home? How's your marriage? How are the kids doing? You'll get a very different picture of where they're at.
In the Bible, Abraham, Joseph, Job, Moses, Solomin, fishermen, Paul were all great examples of excellence on the job.
Daniel and his work. He had deep convictions, courage under fire; prayed three times a day; asked for wisdom; was honest and had integrity.
Scriptures to read--Daniel 1:8, 17; He convinced others to do what's right. Daniel 2:23 he ask for wisdom to do what's right.
Daniel 6:4 was trustworthy; Daniel 6:10 when threatened he prayed.
Daniel 6: 14 is it visible that God is with you?
Daniel 9: 20 In the lions' den. God stands up for us when we stand up for him.
Daniel 9: 3–4 humbling ourselves and ask God to help us.
God listened when he prayed. Don't try and do things on your own.
How God helps us if we ask him. Don't use your challenges as an excuse, but an opportunity to serve.
Psalm 139 He gives us talents
Matthew 25 he can multiply your talents to serve others.
Become a learner, find a mentor.
Always understand the 'why'.
Pray for wisdom, strength, and humility, mercy patience
Ecclesiastes 5:18–20 God gives us work, and everything we have. God keeps you occupied with gladness at work.
Work=worship, when we do it God's way.
You can watch the full service here (the sermon starts at 52mins)
