Dr. Charlie Self is an author, minister, professor of Church History, and co-founder of Discipleship Dynamics. He’s also a senior advisor for The Acton Institute of Religion and Liberty, a board member for the new Missio Alliance and an advisory board member of the Oikonomia Network. Charlie’s passion is in biblical-historical-and theological approaches to economics and work and the integration of faithful churches that create flourishing communities.
Key Thoughts and Questions Discussed
- When we elevate everyone to their full vocation, we bring God’s reign and the common good together.
- Why does work matter for the flourishing of the human soul?
- Is to be human to accomplish?
- If God’s mission is reconciliation, every sphere of human activity matters to God.
- The great commission takes place through people who work all day.
- What’s the difference between vocation and occupation?
- If you provide jobs, you are integral to human flourishing.