Karl Edwards presents Working Matters

Tag: spiritual disciplines

  • Bill Heatley on Graduation and Finding Meaningful Work

    Bill Heatley never disappoints with his insightful reframing of work and success in terms of human spirituality and our relationships with God.

    Check out his recent interview with “tothesource”. (click here)

    In this interview Heatley discusses the transition from college life to work life and some of the misconceptions, myths, and empty promises that young people face. He offers the refreshing and challenging alternative that work might actually be a place to bless society and each other through meaningful participation.

    Two realms (work and religion) that most people keep compartmentalized, he comfortably integrates with language that is both accessible and helpful.

    Bill is a kindred spirit regarding the natural integration of work and faith. If you have not met Bill, you need to do so right away. 

    Bill Heatley is also the author of The Gift of Work, a helpful rethink of our workplace commitments in terms of God’s larger intentions for our well-being.

  • The Gift of Work -> Chapter 6: Training as a Disciple of Christ

    thought-leadersPrepare and tend the soil.

    The metaphor cuts across my tendency to complicate and over think my views on work and faith.

    gift-of-work1My best bet for contributing to a healthy and bountiful crop is to prepare and tend the soil. My best bet for contributing to a meaningful and productive workplace is to become a certain sort of person. Instead of attempting to control the production process (which by definition in this metaphor is out of my control), I should focus on becoming the sort of character who can participate well whatever the process. Becoming a certain kind of person is in my control.

    What sort of person? A learning person. An engaged person. An attentive person. A healthy person. A grounded person. A God-connected person. A maturing person.

    Instead of asking what sort of decisions does God want me to make, I’d be better off asking (more…)