Ephesians: Life Together in Christ | Glad Submission – Work Relationships (Ephesians 6:5-9)

Ephesians 5:21, 6:5-9

The object of all our work as Christians is more than simple provision; its a striving for excellence and the service of others to show Christ worthy of submission.

Genesis 1:26-28, 2:15

“Why do I carry on this business, or why am I engaged in this trade or profession? In most instances the answer would be, “I am engaged in my earthly calling so that I may support myself and my family.” Here is the chief error that causes almost all the other errors by children of God concerning their calling. To be engaged in a business merely to obtain the necessities of life for ourselves and family is not scriptural. We should work because it is the Lord’s will concerning us.” — George Mueller

As Employees our work should be:

• Characterized by diligence, not indolence (Proverbs 13:4)
• Motivated by devotion to the Lord, not the approval of others (Proverbs 29:25)
• With hope in our eternal standing, not temporal recognition (Colossians 3:23-24)

As Employers:

• Our work should be as intentional as we expect our employees to be (Mark 10:42-45)
• Our oversight should be evidently under divine authority (1 Peter 5:2-4)
• Our primary motivation method should be care, not fear (John 13:12-13)

John 6:27