Holy Ground: Living Out Faith in the Workplace
Julia Garschagen offers a compelling message on the sacredness of work, drawing from stories in Acts to illustrate how early Christians integrated their faith into their professions. From Paul and Silas to Lydia and Aquila, she shows how workplaces became holy ground through the presence of believers. Garschagen challenges the modern church to rediscover the value of the 99% of Christians called to secular work, equipping them to be priestly presences in their workplaces. She highlights the transformative power of living out faith in everyday settings and calls the church to actively support these workplace ministers.
Talk Outline
00:00 Introduction
00:51 The Spread of the Gospel: A Historical Perspective
01:49 Workplace Missionaries: The Unsung Heroes
02:30 Exploring the Book of Acts: A Journey Through Early Christian Mission
03:13 Jerusalem: The Birthplace of Workplace Evangelism
04:58 Philippi: Transforming the Workplace into Holy Ground
13:03 Corinth: Integrating Work and Ministry
19:00 The Church’s Role in Supporting Workplace Christians
21:17 Conclusion: A Call to Action for Workplace Believers
This recording is from the Fourth Lausanne Congress, held in Incheon, South Korea in September 2024. This gathering brought together global church leaders to collaborate on mission strategies for advancing the gospel. Through plenary sessions, table group discussions, and collaborative workshops, the Congress focused on addressing critical gaps in global mission today.
