Everyday Ministry in a Broken World of Work
How can Christians live out their faith in workplaces marked by injustice, exhaustion, or moral compromise? In this powerful talk from the Workplace Track at the Fourth Lausanne Congress, Dr. David Doong challenges believers to see the workplace as a vital mission field. He calls for holistic discipleship that confronts broken systems, embodies sacrificial love, and reflects the gospel in both word and action.
Drawing from Scripture and real-life stories, David unpacks the integration of the Cultural Mandate, the Great Commandment, and the Great Commission—reminding us that God calls us not just to success but to significance. Even in the most complex environments, our faith can shape redemptive presence and create beauty, justice, and hope.
Part of the Lausanne Workplace Track Series, this message will challenge and inspire you to live faithfully in the tension between gospel truth and workplace reality.
00:00 Introduction: The Struggles of Modern Work
01:13 The Disconnect Between Faith and Work
02:26 Authentic Discipleship in the Workplace
02:53 Jesus’ Radical Challenge to Worldly Ideologies
04:16 Living Out Faith in a Broken World
05:41 The Holistic Mission: Cultural Mandate, Great Commandment, and Great Commission 07:23 A Story of Faith in the Gambling Industry
08:59 Reimagining Work in Light of God’s Kingdom
09:17 Conclusion: Embracing the Cross in Our Work
Explore the Full Workplace Track Experience
Delve into the sessions and use the guided questions to strengthen your understanding of your calling.
