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Finding Fulfillment at Work

DAY 2 OF 4

Finding Fulfillment at Work: Part II

In 1989, ministry leader, Larry Burkett, wrote a great book called Business by the Book. When I taught Burkett’s workshop, the very first lesson began with a principle that was simple yet profound.

This principle was, “The purpose of your business is to glorify God.”

If you ask most business owners why they are in business, they will tell you to make money. Even economist Milton Friedman was famous for saying the only purpose of business is making money.

For Jesus followers, however, making money is a by-product of your purpose, not the focal point.

1 Corinthians 10:31 teaches, “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”

If someone asked your employees why your business exists what would they say?

Question for Reflection

  • Does the organization you work for, or lead, have a purpose greater than just making money? If so, would employees and customers know what that purpose might be?
  • What is your most lucrative product or service? How might that product or service be used to glorify God?
  • How would you feel about working for a place that was known for glorifying God?
  • What actions or influence can you lend to your organization that would bring glory to God?
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About this Plan

Finding Fulfillment at Work

God has a purpose for your work even if your employer hasn’t clearly defined it for you. You are a part of your organization’s purpose and God has designed you and has a plan for you vocationally. In this series we’ll help you better understand your purpose and calling.

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We would like to thank Unconventional Business Network for providing this plan. For more information, please visit: https://unconventionalbusiness.org/