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Power and Authority: The Biblical Call to "Subdue" and "Rule" (Genesis 1:28) | Dr. Shalini Jebasingh In this episode of Bible at Work, Dr. Shalini Jebasingh explores the Hebrew meanings of "Subdue" (Kahvash) and "Rule" (Raadah) in Genesis 1:28. Learn how God...

In Genesis 1, God gave Adam and Eve power and authority, with a clear purpose: taking care of all of His creation. This power and authority are not for control or dominance, but to serve, protect, and care for one another and the world God has entrusted to us. True power and authority reflect God’s care, justice, and compassion.

We often think that creativity is for geniuses – like Mozart, Einstein, or Picasso.

But in Genesis 1, we see that we are all made in the image of God, and like our creative God, we have an unimaginable creative capacity.

We become creative at work by drawing from the internal and external resources God has given us.

When we mix together ideas, concepts, and designs with the knowledge we have, we give birth to new ideas.

So, if you are wondering how to be creative, think about how you can blend ideas from different fields. Then, ask God to help you with your creativity.

When you use your creativity in your workplace, you honor God.

Who you are, your personality and core beliefs, and what you value in your core being, subconsciously but powerfully shape how you show up at work.

This infographic highlights how values guide our behavior, create meaning and motivation in our work, shape workplace culture, influence how we relate to and lead others, and help determine our long-term career direction and sustainability.

When we are clear about our values and when organizations intentionally align work, leadership, and culture with ethical values that build us and others, everyone benefits.

Who you are, your personality and core beliefs, and what you value in your core being, subconsciously but powerfully shape how you show up at work. When our work aligns with our core values, work becomes meaningful, not transactional. Effort feels purposeful, not vanity. Creativity naturally fuels itself, and innovation happens easily.

Values guide our decisions and behavior. Values shape workplace culture and performance. Values influence how we relate to others and lead. Values also act as a filter for career direction and sustainability.

When we are clear about our values and when organizations intentionally align work, leadership, and culture with ethical values that build us and others, everyone benefits. Engagement rises. Turnover declines. Productivity improves. Assessing and cultivating values is not abstract or idealistic; it is practical, measurable, and essential for sustainable growth.

In the end, who we are and what we value form the foundation of our work life.

Who you are, your personality and core beliefs, and what you value in your core being, subconsciously but powerfully shape how you show up at work. When team members have high values that are aligned with the company’s core values, there is an alignment in shared values.

Over time, workplaces aligned with good values tend to outperform others because people are motivated by shared purpose.

Your Limitless Superpower at Work: Creativity The first chapter of the Bible does more than tell us how the world began. It lays the foundation for understanding who God is—and who we are. In Genesis 1, we encounter a God who creates with intention, excellence, and power. And in that revelation, we discover something life-changing about ourse...

Values are not a soft skill—they are a strategic foundation. When these values are aligned within teams and organizations, they create a culture that not only supports people but also drives long-term performance and meaningful growth.

Creativity at Work!

God has created everything there is. God’s creation was born out of nothing.

For us, human beings, creativity is not inventing something new out of nothing. It is creating something out of what has already been created.

When we mix together ideas, concepts, and designs with the knowledge we have, we give birth to new ideas, processes, and inventions. So if you are wondering how to be creative at work, think about how you can blend ideas from different fields or experiences.

Ask God to help you with your creativity. He will help you build your creative capacity. When you use your gifts and your talents in your workplace, you honor God.

Who you are, your personality, and what you value in your core being shape how you show up at work. Long before performance metrics or job titles come into play, identity and values influence our decisions and sense of fulfillment.

Values guide behavior, shape workplace culture, influence leadership, and help determine which roles and organizations align with who we truly are. When work aligns with good values, effort feels purposeful and workplaces become environments where people feel supported and engaged.