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Taking the Kingdom of God to the World of Business and Government Today

February 26, 2003
National Pastors Convention - San Diego, California

Business Work and Vocation Audio Conference

In this insightful talk, Dallas challenges the conventional divide between sacred and secular work, urging Christians to view their roles in business and government as opportunities for discipleship and service. Dallas examines how Christ’s teachings can transform professional life, emphasizing that God's kingdom extends beyond church walls to every sphere of human activity. His message calls for a renewed commitment to ethical integrity and a faith-driven approach to shaping institutions for the common good.

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Taking the Kingdom of God to the World of Business and Government Today

Dallas explores how Christ’s teachings can fundamentally reshape how we approach our professional lives. He challenges the notion that business and government are secular domains disconnected from spiritual transformation, emphasizing that discipleship extends to every aspect of life. 

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Taking the Kingdom of God to the World of Business and Government Today

Highlights:

  • Business and Government as God’s Ideas: Dallas begins by stating that both business and government are not merely human inventions but are part of God's design to serve humanity. He stresses that, ideally, they should promote service and community, even though they often diverge from this purpose in a fallen world.
  • Service Over Profit: He asserts that the true purpose of business is not to make money, but to serve others. While profit is necessary, it is secondary to the core mission of providing genuine service to the community.
  • Ethical Drift in Institutions: Dallas discusses how institutions, whether businesses or religious organizations, often drift away from their original ideals over time. He highlights that this erosion typically occurs as success attracts people who prioritize personal gain over the founding ideals.
  • Role of Redemption in Institutions: He challenges the audience to consider if Christ’s redemptive work extends to transforming business and government. Dallas argues that part of redemption is empowering individuals to align their workplaces with God’s will.
  • The Kingdom of God in Daily Work: Dallas explains that discipleship is not limited to church activities but includes all aspects of daily life, such as business and government work. He encourages approaching every task as if done with and for God.
  • Power of a Personal Example: Dallas shares the story of Corrie Ten Boom’s father, a watchmaker who embodied his faith in his work by prioritizing ethical decisions over profit. This example illustrates how living by Kingdom values can profoundly impact one’s professional life.
  • Business Ethics vs. Moral Fulfillment: He critiques modern professional ethics, noting that they often focus on avoiding legal trouble rather than cultivating moral integrity. Dallas calls for a shift toward viewing work as a means to become better people through service to others.
  • Evangelizing Those in Power: Dallas emphasizes the importance of reaching out to leaders in business and government with a gospel that speaks to their roles and responsibilities. He argues that evangelism should include guidance on how to exercise authority in line with God's kingdom.

 

Toward the end of his presentation, Dallas reads portions of a prayer