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God on Monday


God on Monday is a weekly reflection, released on Mondays, that Faith in Business produces in partnership with the Church of England. Its vision is to connect God's word with God's world by inspiring and nurturing everyday faith amongst its readers. 

The editor of God on Monday, Peter Heslam, is also a regular contributor.
 

Dr Peter Heslam’s God on Monday reflections are thoughtful and topical, and help me bring the wisdom of the Gospel into my business life. Peter is one of very few contemporary theologians able to do this. His insight helps me meet the demands of running a business.

James Holden, CEO in marketing & ordained Church of England minister.

Some of the reflections that have so far been released are available below. They take as their starting-point the Bible passages appointed to be read on the following Sunday in churches around the world. They are written by a variety of authors who have a passion for whole-life discipleship. 

Our prayer for God on Monday is that hearts, minds and hands will be stirred to serve God in everyday life. 
 

God on Monday is an encouraging resource for business leaders, based on the Word of God. I enjoy reading them, as they help me gain a ‘God perspective’ on the challenges I face on my entrepreneurial journey.

Camelle ilona Daley, founder-CEO of House of ilona & author of
Finding Divine Flow.

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Then read, enjoy, and share!
 
Holy Extravagance
Thrift is a virtue but Jesus invites extravagance in our devotion and service.
Honoured
The God of the Universe honours ordinary everyday followers.
Truth-Lit Work
Does our work embody and radiate truth, integrity, and creativity? Christ’s sacrifice and redemption opens up the way.
Countercultural
Jesus’ actions in the Temple prompt us to take a countercultural approach in our work.
Small to Great
The story of Abraham reminds us that small faith leads to great blessing (whether or not we see it).
Rewilding the Soul
The gospel accounts of John the Baptist invite us to ‘rewild’ our souls.
The Madding Crowd 
Mountain-top experiences of God's presence and glory are given to us so that we can be agents of transformation in the world God loves.
Working Alone? 
When we work alongside God, we find joy and bring God joy.
Scared?
God wants to help us overcome fear.
Running on Empty?
Jesus meets our needs, often in unexpected ways. Call on him if your resources are running out. Then do as he tells you.
Follow Me
In the Bible, God often calls people when they are engaged in their work. How can this inspire us?
Hovering with Potential
Just as the Spirit hovered over the waters before creation, the Spirit is present with us in our work, ready to release creative potential.
This is Christmas
In the story of the shepherds, the classic division between work and worship is breached.
Wait and Wonder
The story of Zechariah and Elizabeth reminds us that life involves a tension between wait and wonder, pain and promise.
Gripe or Gratitude
Gratitude may be challenging in hard times, but it is possible.
Time and Eternity
The eternal God has all the time in the world. But he chose the restrictions of time so that humans can also be eternal.
Becoming Blameless
How does the anticipation of Christ’s return influence our everyday lives?
Sheep and Goats
We see and serve Jesus when we help the weak.
Children of Light
When surrounded by darkness, what does it mean to be children of light?
Prompt
We need to be ready for when Jesus comes in the future and today.
Building Character
In our everyday context, we can easily focus on tangible outcomes. Yet God cares about our character as well as our competence.
Love in Action
The word ’love’ is both a noun and a verb. It is not so much about feeling as it is about action.
Generous Prayers
Have we ever tried praying generous prayers for those we work with? The Apostle Paul sets an example.
The Invitation
Do we need to stop, stand back, and consider how our preoccupations - however laudable - may negatively impact other people and our relationship with God?
Sabbath Today
In the midst of a ‘time famine’, what does the gift of Sabbath teach us?
Unsung Heroes
Do we value those around us as much as we value ourselves?
Trust and Obey
Even when we doubt God’s care of our daily needs, God still faithfully provides, and unfolds wider plans.
Finance and Forgiveness
Finance, freedom and forgiveness; how can money express the kingdom of heaven?
Wake Up Time
As each day brings us nearer to our salvation, every sphere of our lives can be filled with anticipation and hope.
Holy Ground
The call of Moses reveals that workplaces, however ordinary, are holy ground.
Team Dynamics
God desires unity and diversity. What can we extrapolate from this for our teams at work?
Veiled in Flesh
Jesus’s encounter with a Canaanite woman reflects the limitations of being fully human as well as fully divine.
Spreading Good News
Bad news spreads like a virus. We need to be open-hearted and generous in spreading the good news like a vaccine.
The Rebranding God
When we find our true calling and destiny, God rebrands us with our new identity in Christ.
Starting Small
The kingdom of God is like a tiny mustard seed. This suggests that Christian witness can occur in the small, everyday, mundane elements of life.
Sacred Groaning
Our struggles are on opportunity to consider how we might participate in God's redemptive action.
Abundantly Fruitful
Whatever work we do, we are co-creators of our environment, and are called to be fruitful.
Wrestling for Rest
Fighting to meet competing demands can make taking time to rest a struggle. But what difference would it make if we were to respond to an amazing invitation from Jesus?
Radical Obedience
Radical obedience may seem counter intuitive. But it fortifies our relationship with God and births blessings that far outweigh the sacrifice.
Dead to Sin?
Sin is corporate as well as personal. We need to recognise organisational wrongdoing and develop attractive alternatives.
Comforter and Guide
When we trust in God, our difficulties can help build character.
Core Strength
Hope in hopeless times comes from exercising our faith muscles.
Three Great Commissions
The great commission - to make disciples of all nations - is crucial to Christian faith. But when it is combined with two other great commissions, society and culture change.
Babel Undone
Building beautiful organizations comes through the power of God’s Spirit.
Seeking Joy
Trouble is a part of human life. But what if our response to it is joy?
Doing Good
What does it mean to follow Jesus in our work?
A Sunday Activity?
What does it mean for church to be more than a Sunday activity?
Beautiful Community
Human beings are inherently social. They are, therefore, attracted to vibrant community. We can see this happening in Acts 2. How can we practice hospitality and foster community at home and at work?
Connection
Human connection is vital for emotional health. How can we live out our call to community in every area of our lives?
If Truth be Told
Christians are often afraid of speaking about their faith. But if truth be told, someone is waiting for the truth to be told.
 

Other Faith in Business Reflections

In addition to God on Monday, you can also read some of our occasional articles and reflections below:

Hand Built
In many parts of the world, church buildings are still closed. Yet the church itself is open. It is being built through the ordinary work of human hands like ours.
God's Pandemic Rule and Redemption: Business and the Renewal of the Global Economy
A tiny virus has proved able to bring the global economy almost to a standstill.
Business for Such a Time as This
The pandemic revealed noble and selfish behaviour. Food bank supplies plunged as hoarders stripped supermarket shelves of staple foods, just when food bank demand soared as jobs vanished. The story of manna in the desert (Exodus 16) provides perspective.
Devoted Living - Work as Worship
In this article, Peter Heslam introduces the notion of ‘work as worship’. Reflecting on the downfall of the man widely regarded as the world's greatest business leader, he offers a vision that will radically change both your work and your worship.
The Parable of the Gig Economy
Originally, a gig was a spear for catching fish. Then it was a boat, then a horse-drawn carriage, then a punishment, and then a rock concert, then a unit of digital information.
Evaluating Your Assets: Elisha and the Widow’s Oil
My attention to this passage was drawn by its mention at a recent Salt conference. (Salt is the fast emerging Christian Aid business network). One workshop focused on the plight of people living and working in conditions of economic slavery...
A Memorable Breakfast
There are times when work seems futile. Like the fishermen in John 21, we ‘catch nothing’. But Jesus changed all that. This story raises the question whether we look for the resurrection power of Jesus to be evident in our places of work.
All Things
God in Christ has reconciled everything. This includes the mighty forces that wield formidable power in the world, as well as flawed material products.
Friend of Tax Collectors
Jesus’ friendship with tax collectors caused controversy because they did ‘dirty work’. At the present time their mantle has passed to bankers. Christians need to rethink their attitudes – and so do bankers – in the light of Jesus’ friendship.
The Nazareth Manifesto: Jesus’ Mission Statement
Right at the start of his ministry Jesus set out his mission statement: good news to the poor, release to the captives, recovery of sight to the blind, freedom for the oppressed. This remains an inspiration for many business people today.
The Toxic Handler
Some individuals play the role of toxic handlers in organisations, mediating between different parts but soaking up a lot of flak. This is precisely what Jesus did in the most important episode of his work on earth – his death on the cross.
A Living Sacrifice
In the opening verses of Romans 12 Paul offers three priceless pieces of advice which are of crucial relevance for Christians in the workplace.
What is Good Investment?
This reflection was originally written for the SALT Business Network (Christian Aid).
Work and Rest
When he rested from his work of creation, God pronounced it very good. We should use our Sabbath rest to look back over the week’s work and take satisfaction in it.
Unsung Heroes
Bezalel and Oholiab were craftsmen working on the tabernacle. God filled them with his Spirit, equipped them for their work and inspired them to be creative. God calls all manner of people to perform crucial tasks in his service.
Solomon and Hiram: A Win-Win Relationship
Hiram of Tyre’s provision of timber for the making of Solomon’s temple and palace is an instructive study in managing the supply chain. It worked well, due to a background of friendship, a balance of power, and a focus on delighting the customer...
Oracles against Tyre: Pride before a Fall
Tyre was a formidable trading centre in Old Testament times. Yet it became proud and over-reached itself. Careful study of Ezekiel 26-28 can help the West to attain a God-given understanding of its current situation.
Faith, Hope and Love
Jeremiah’s purchase of a field when Jerusalem was under siege seemed to make no commerical sense, but it was a powerful prophetic gesture. Investments which are long-term, made on others’ behalf and carried out in obedience to God may have the ...
Entrepreneur Extraordinaire
The virtuous wife of Proverbs 31 is a true entrepreneur, displaying many remarkable characteristics. Today she is a particular source of inspiration to black Christian businesswomen.
Artificial Intelligence – The Coming Revolution
The worldwide artificial intelligence (AI) revolution is on its way. Once the preserve of science fiction, its impact is likely to be so radical and pervasive it amounts to a new industrial revolution.
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