Formed By a Different Economy

Work that Shapes

Dr. Kenneth J. Reid

Philippians; Colossians 3:23-24; Genesis 2:15

Point #1: God designed work to form us as co-rulers in his creation

Genesis 2:15
Genesis 3:17-18

Point #2: Work forms us as we understand that we work for the Lord

Colossians 3:23

Point #3:

Give your whole heart as you work

Colossians 3:23

Point #4: Our work matters and has eternal consequences.

Colossians 3:23-24-25

Take Action:
Genesis 2:15; Genesis 3:17-18; Colossians 3:25
1. How has the Holy Spirit convicted you as a result of this message?
2. How have you misunderstood the role of work in your life? How has this message helped?
3. What disciplines can help you to participate in God’s forming purposes in you through your work?
4. How can you avoid the extremes of worshipping your work and neglecting your work?
5. In what specific ways does your work cultivate God’s creational and restoration purposes?