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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

As we recognize those who have served in our armed forces this Veterans Day, it seems appropriate to spend a…

  • Theology 101

This is the fourth article in a series of excerpts from my book that highlight some of the key biblical principles…

  • Theology 101
What Does Ecclesiastes Teach Us About Work?

By: Russell Gehrlein

6 minute read

In our Tuesday lunch Bible Study, our school chaplain has been taking us through an Old Testament survey. Two weeks…

  • At Work
  • Theology 101
What Do the Psalms Have to Say About Work?

By: Russell Gehrlein

7 minute read

Previously, I shared some observations about work from several of the minor prophets. Today, I thought it might be helpful…

  • At Work
  • Theology 101
What Do the Minor Prophets Teach Us About Work?

By: Russell Gehrlein

7 minute read

Over the past few years, I have learned to appreciate the smaller prophetic books. Although they are filled with warning…

  • At Work
  • Theology 101

Recently, I had to provide my supervisor a summary of my accomplishments over the past year for my civilian performance…

  • At Work
Manage Relationships, not Just Workers

By: Russell Gehrlein

6 minute read

I have a theory that my job as a supervisor is to manage relationships on my team, not just manage people. What are…

  • At Work

Almost every Memorial Day I am reminded of this statement: A veteran is someone who, at one point in their…

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  • Theology 101
Graduating into a Pandemic Work Environment

By: Russell Gehrlein

7 minute read

It’s graduation time again! After a long four or five-year struggle (or longer), much of which was unexpectedly accomplished virtually,…

  • At Work

On a recent Saturday, I got a phone call out of the blue from an old friend that I hadn’t…