Cahaba Park Church Podcast

Many times, we are unable to articulate how our work participates with God in the cultivation of His creation. The reason for this is that we focus on bearing God's image in the kind of work we do, rather than in the act of work itself. When God's people fulfill the basic and specific work God gives us in Genesis 1 and 2, we participate with Him in the cultivation of creation.

What does the Bible say about work? Does it tell us that work is a necessary evil that we must do so that we can make money to support our lifestyles? Does it teach that our worth is tied to our position at work, or that there are more and less important jobs? No. The Bible shows us that as we work, we model God, we bring beauty to His creation, and we experience freedom and rest.

A new chapter is starting right now at Cahaba Park. As we see the Lord building this church, we are reminded in Scripture that we do not exist for ourselves but to be a blessing to others. At Cahaba Park, our desire is to be a church for Birmingham. As you, the people of God, live your life as mission–in the ways you conduct business deals, study for class, relate to your neighbors–you are making Birmingham a better place. God is redeeming the city for Himself through your obedience to live your life missionally. As we begin this new chapter, let us start by praying this prayer: “How should I live my life as mission so that You will use it to Redeem Birmingham for Yourself?”