What does the bible say about work? This sermon explores a biblical view on labor, sharing insights from my recent mission trip to Malawi and Uganda. Through firsthand stories, scriptural analysis, and spiritual reflection, the message unpacks what the Bible says about work, the spiritual causes of poverty, and how God created us to work as a form of worship and obedience.



From Genesis to Ecclesiastes, we see that work is not a curse, but a God-given gift. The sermon contrasts the productivity seen in Scripture with the cultural issues faced in parts of Africa, highlighting how laziness, unbiblical marriage roles, and entitlement contribute to poverty. Most importantly, this sermon is a wake-up call to view work as a spiritual calling and a platform for Gospel witness. Whether you're asking “What does the Bible say about work?” or wondering how to find purpose and fulfillment in your labor, this message will challenge and equip you with biblical truth.




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Table of contents* The Poverty Problem Is Spiritual Versus Physical* Three Consequences of Disobeying the Bible* Ugandans Are Poor Because They Disobey What the Bible Says About Work* First, people have no concept of saving or planning for the future* Second, socialism is destroying the country* Third, there’s no shame about not working* What Does the Bible Say About Work?* The Bible Says God Is a Worker* The Bible Says God Created Us to Work* Our Motivations with Work* The Fall Brought a Curse on Work* We Work After the Curse Is Removed* The Bible Says Enjoying Our Work Is Good and Fitting



I was a business major in college. I’ve always enjoyed finance and economics. In 2024, I took a mission trip to Malawi, Africa, to teach at a Bible College and a Pastor's Conference. In 2025, I went to Malawi and Uganda to put on marriage conferences. I was very interested in the countries' economies on both trips, particularly why they are so poor.







This is Afghanistan. Out of almost 200 countries, Afghanistan is the 10th poorest, and Malawi is 20th. There are two reasons Afghanistan is poor. First, all the military conflicts that have occurred within their borders. Second, as you can tell from the picture, nothing grows there. There’s little farmable land.







Malawi is a beautiful and lush country. We ate well there because of the bananas and the largest avocados I’ve ever seen.







We broke down in front of this restaurant in Malawi. I have been trying to get Katie to come to Africa with me.