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Author: Russell GehrleinRuss Gehrlein is the author of Immanuel Labor – God’s Presence in our Profession: A Biblical, Theological, and Practical Approach to the Doctrine of Work (Westbow Press, 2018). Russ is a former youth pastor, junior/senior high school math/science teacher, and a retired U.S. Army Master Sergeant. He is currently a civilian working for the Department of the Army at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. He received a bachelor of science in mathematics from Colorado State University and a master of arts in biblical studies from Cornerstone University/Grand Rapids Theological Seminary. Russ is a husband of 44 years, father of three adult children, and grandfather of five. Read more of his work at regehrlein.wordpress.com.

  • At Work

“Honey, I’ll be glad to stop by the store on the way home from work and pick that up for…

  • Public Square
Reflections on the Pandemic’s Impact on Work

By: Russell Gehrlein

6 minute read

“This is not business as usual.” These wise words came from my boss’ boss at a meeting of key staff…

  • At Work
Those Whom God Uses to Heal

By: Russell Gehrlein

9 minute read

I have been teaching a class on Wednesday nights on the topic of God’s presence at work. I have had…

  • At Work

I was reminded of something of major theological importance at work this week. It was something I had taken for…

  • At Work
Can I Return to a Field I Left?

By: Russell Gehrlein

6 minute read

About this time last year, my wife and I had to return a couple of sweaters. One had a hole…

  • At Work
Where Is God When I’ve Been Fired?

By: Russell Gehrlein

5 minute read

I have been reading William Morris’ book, Where Is God at Work? since last August. His fresh approach aligns so well with my…

  • At Work

Last October, my wife and I attended the 2018 Faith@Work Summit in Chicago. (You can read my reflections on that…

  • At Work
  • Theology 101
Trusting God in New Job Assignments

By: Russell Gehrlein

5 minute read

Earlier this month, I went on a short walk around the neighborhood just before the sun went down to take…

  • At Work
  • Theology 101
Caring for Our Own ‘Garden of Eden’

By: Russell Gehrlein

6 minute read

Recently, I taught on some of the basic biblical principles on work in Gen. 1:28 and Gen. 2:15 that describe…

  • Arts & Culture
How Can We Be Agents of Racial Reconciliation?

By: Russell Gehrlein

5 minute read

On a Focus on the Family radio program last fall, Benjamin Watson, an African-American pro football player and Christian, spoke…