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Christian Worldview in Strategic HR and Employment Law
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Christian Worldview in Strategic HR and Employment Law
What does Keller mean when he claims that work is intended for both “cultivation” and
for “service?” Why are both purposes critical for us to consider as Christian business
practitioners and academics? Especially relative to HR?
In the article by Keller, Every Good Endeavor: Connecting Your Work to God’s Work
human work is connected with God’s work. Keller describes work from both a “cultivation” and
“service” angle. Christians work in both the formal and informal sectors. The business sector has
attracted investments from Christians. Christians, while leading the business industry, should
focus on the efficiency of the workers under their supervision. In addition, Christian leaders have
a duty to ensure the practices carried out positively develop the employees. God in his wisdom
created man in his image. God intended Humans to complete his mission on earth (Keller, 2012).
Therefore, Christian leaders must be on the frontlines of ensuring business practices are in line
with the intentions of God.
Christian business practitioners and academics should proceed to fulfill the mission God
had for humans. While managing businesses, Christian leaders must involve the employees in
running operations. Employees will feel motivated and strive hard for better performance.
Christians should use work to help others just as God intended. Christians look upon God for
guidance having been created in his image. All the honor and glory should be dedicated to God
even as Christians continue to serve him in the business sector. Christians should create a way of