Arise and Build | Summer of Wisdom | Douglas Sheppard

In a culture where we “live for the weekend,” it’s easy to see work as something to endure rather than enjoy. But what if your job—yes, even that job—was more than a paycheck? What if it was an act of worship?

This week, we explored God’s original design for work, discovering that before sin entered the world, work was a source of joy and purpose. When we align our daily tasks with His plan, we shift from dreading Mondays to embracing each day as an opportunity to honor Him.

In this message, you’ll learn:

How to see work as worship, not just obligation
The difference between a prosperity mindset and a poverty mindset
Practical ways to invest in your relationships, finances, health, and community
Why stewardship is the key to unlocking God’s blessings
How to turn God-given ideas into action and impact
Whether you’re in an office, on a job site, at home, or in school, your work matters to God. He calls us to be faithful stewards, to rise and build, and to pour ourselves into what He’s entrusted to us.
💬 Is there a dream, task, or calling you’ve been sitting on? It’s time to take the next step—because in God’s Kingdom, work isn’t punishment… it’s privilege.

📖 Scripture references: Genesis 2:15, Proverbs 13:4, Colossians 3:23-24