Paychecks, Vineyards, and a Different Type of Economy

Grace Chapel

Theme: Consider how generations view work/life balance. The question of meaning and purpose and how our work connects to our faith is something each generation must consider. For younger people, finding meaning and purpose in work is important. It’s also important mid-career and at retirement and after. Along the way, financial questions come up—do I have enough, will I ever get to retire, cost of living increases and debt is a concern. In God’s economy there are enough resources to go around. Quantity isn't the issue. It’s not that we must give everything away or don’t plan and prepare for retirement; but our relationship to our work is a matter of faith. Key Scripture: Matthew 16:26 (Jesus asks what profit is there to gain the whole world but lose soul); Luke 12:15 (Jesus also taught that one’s life does not consist in the abundance of possessions).