Faithful Work: In the Daily Grind with God and for Others | Ross Chapman and Ryan Tafilowski
In this episode, host Daniel Johnson sits down with Ross Chapman (Denver Institute for Faith and Work) and Ryan Tafilowski (Denver Seminary) to discuss their new book, Faithful Work: In the Daily Grind with God and for Others. Ross and Ryan show how work is a way to love God, serve our neighbors, and demonstrate the gospel. With a broader understanding of God's work in the world, we are able to engage our daily work as part of how God makes all things new.
Chapters:
03:31 Book emphasizes living as a Christian worker.
09:16 Recruited by the local business owner, developed a love for the city.
11:58 Felt compelled to navigate faith and work.
13:41 Faith at work movement reacts against evangelicalism.
16:54 Favorable chapter discusses two vs four-part gospel.
20:05 Church mission: conversion and participation in transformation.
24:26 Christians can bring redemption beyond sharing faith.
29:19 Finding purpose in Christian calling beyond career.
31:57 Values of work and vocation: God in us.
34:10 Daily tasks provide an invitation to God's love.
38:42 Finding rest and delight in work life.
41:20 Mutual intimidation, humble collaboration, and the ecosystem.
45:59 "Workplace diversity crucial for collaboration and understanding."
47:27 COVID revealed a reevaluation of the relationship to work.
49:58 Expresses gratitude for the invitation.