The Sacredness of Secular Work: 4 Ways Your Job Matters for Eternity (Even When

Description: The Sacredness of Secular Work by Jordan Raynor "From a leading voice in the faith and work movement and author of Redeeming Your Time comes the revolutionary message that God sees our daily work-in whatever form it takes-with far more value than we ever imagined"-- FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Bible tells us our labor is not in vain. But it is exceedingly hard to see how that is true when weve grown disillusioned by the fleeting nature of our work and the assumption that evangelism is the only sacred work we do. Bestselling author Jordan Raynor offers an empowering declaration that the time, craft, and care of the business owner, the bank teller, or stay-at-home parent carries an eternal impact far bigger than we think.Combining research and storytelling, Jordan proves that our work is one of the primary activities that brings God delight, and quality work has potential to physically last into heaven. Through an exponentially bigger view of the gospel and fascinating scriptural insight, Raynor reveals twelve propositions for why work has intrinsic and eternal value, and offers-compelling reasons why a low regard of work hurts our understanding of God and his Kingdomvital truths that Gods view of work tells us about heaveninspiring ways your work can reveal Gods kingdom on earth nowaccessible methods to make disciples in non-missional jobssurprising strategies to ensure your work has an eternal impactWith this biblically redemptive perspective, readers will feel free to pursue their passions and skills and-perhaps for the first time-experience our Creators delight in the work of their hands.From a leading voice in the faith and work movement and author of Redeeming Your Time comes the revolutionary message that God sees our daily work-in whatever form it takes-with far more value than we ever imagined."The Sacredness of Secular Work does an extraordinary jobofbeing both personally relevant and,more importantly, biblically faithful."-Randy Alcorn, New York Times bestselling author of HeavenDoes your work matter for eternity?Sadly, most believers dont think so. Sure, the 1 percent of the time they spend sharing the gospel with their co-workers matters. But most Christians view the other 99 percent of their time as meaning very little in the grand scheme of things.But thats not how God sees it.Jordan Raynor, a leading voice in the faith and work movement and bestselling author, offers a revolutionary message about how our daily jobs-from baristas and entrepreneurs to stay-at-home parent and coaches-have intrinsic and eternal value. In The Sacredness of Secular Work, he reveals unexpected ways our work truly matters.In these pages youll discover. How a low regard of our work limits our understanding of God and His Kingdom. Inspiring ways your work can reveal Gods kingdom on earth here and now. Surprising strategiesfor ensuringyour vocationhasan eternal legacy. Vital insights on what Gods view of work tells us about heavenCombining research, Scripture, and storytelling, Jordan Raynor proves that work, in its diverse forms, is one of the primary activities that brings God delight. This biblical perspective will set you free to pursue your passions and skills and-perhaps for the first time-experience the Creators delight in the work of your hands. Author Biography Jordan Raynor is a leading voice of the faith and work movement and bestselling author of Redeeming Your Time. Through his books, podcasts, and weekly devotionals, he helps millions of Christians in every country connect the gospel to their work. Raynor also serves as the executive chairman of Threshold 360. He has been selected as a Google Fellow twice and served in the White House under President George W. Bush. A sixth-generation Floridian, Raynor lives in Tampa with his wife and their three young daughters. Review "The Sacredness of Secular Work does an extraordinary job of being both personally relevant and, more importantly, biblically faithful. I think the smile of God is on this book."—Randy Alcorn, New York Times bestselling author of Heaven, The Promise of the New Earth, and The Law of Rewards"Theologically rich and terrifically practical . . . this book is about to change your life."—Mark Batterson, New York Times bestselling author of The Circle Maker and pastor at National Community Church"If you want to be a good steward of Christs gospel in the worlds marketplace, you hold in your hands the best of guides!"—Joni Eareckson Tada, founder of Joni and Friends International Disability Center"The Sacredness of Secular Work is about to become one of the most highlighted books on your shelf."—Paul Sohn, director of the Center for Faith & Work at Redeemer Presbyterian Church and author of Quarter-Life Calling"This book is a paradigm-shifting, face-punching, grace-filled manifesto."—Luke LeFevre, founder of Holy Work"With wit and wisdom, Raynor will revolutionize the ways in which you see your place in the world."—Rachel Marie Kang, author of Let There Be Art and The Matter of Little Losses"God is not just at work in your evangelism. He is at work in your work. My friend Jordan Raynor shows you how."—Mike Kelsey, lead pastor at McLean Bible Church"If you want to feel fully alive in your current work, read The Sacredness of Secular Work now!"—Michael Arrieta, CEO of Garden City Equity"Jordan has done something of the impossible. I couldnt put it down!"—Andrew Nemr, TED fellow, international tap dance artist, educator, and speaker"Jordan Raynor skillfully brushes away the dense overgrowth of an all-too-prevalent impoverished theology of work. I highly recommend this book!"—Tom Nelson, lead pastor of Christ Community Church and author of Work Matters"This theologically sound and supremely practical book will free you from that guilt and convince you that your secular work is very sacred indeed!"—Dr. Andreas Köstenberger, cofounder of Biblical Foundations and theologian in residence at Fellowship Raleigh"Jordan Raynor has written a book that allows every reader to see the impact of serving Christ right where they work."—Anne Beiler, founder of Auntie Annes Pretzels, author, and speaker"Jordan teaches believers . . . that theres no difference between ministry and marketplace."—Christy Wright, author of Business Boutique and Take Back Your Time and former Ramsey Personality"Raynor argues, even when youre not leveraging it to share the gospel with those you work with."—Publishers Weekly Details ISBN0593193091 Author Jordan Raynor Publisher Waterbrook Press (A Division of Random House Inc) Year 2024 ISBN-13 9780593193099 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2024-01-30 Imprint Waterbrook Press Subtitle 4 Ways Your Job Matters for Eternity (Even When Youre Not Sharing the Gospel) Place of Publication Colorado Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2024-01-30 NZ Release Date 2024-01-30 US Release Date 2024-01-30 UK Release Date 2024-01-30 Pages 224 Audience General DEWEY 248.4 ISBN-10 0593193091 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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