Bible at Work

Dr. Shalini Jebasingh

Welcome to Bible at Work with Dr. Shalini Jebasingh! The Bible gives us the blueprint for how to live at work – lead others, innovate new things, govern well, manage resources, serve our customers, and more! Bible at Work brings biblical texts into conversation with leadership, organizational life, and daily work with practical suggestions and real-life examples. Dr. Shalini Jebasingh is a Biblical Workplace and Leadership Scholar, Critical Stress Management Coach, and Values-based Organizational Trainer. Connect with Shalini on LinkedIn to see more of her work.

Episodes

  1. Sanctified Creativity and The Freedom to Fail with Dr. Reg Grant (Part 2)

    May 21

    Sanctified Creativity and The Freedom to Fail with Dr. Reg Grant (Part 2)

    What does it mean to be a "creative" leader when the stakes are high, or your job feels mundane? Welcome to Bible at Work (formerly Leadership Lessons from Scriptures). In Part 2 of this interview, Dr. Shalini Jebasingh continues her conversation with Dr. Reg Grant, former Chairman of the Media Arts and Worship Department at Dallas Theological Seminary. Dr. Grant, a published author, actor, and professor, shares how "sanctified creativity" transforms both our professional output and our spiritual walk.   Whether you are navigating a high-risk corporate environment where failure could mean financial loss, or you are working in a methodical role like a bank teller or assembly line worker, this episode will help you discover the hidden opportunities for innovation in your daily tasks.   Key Takeaways from This Episode:Leading Through the Fear of Failure: Discover why leaders must allow room for failure.Balancing Responsibility and Freedom: Learn how to navigate the tension between a leader's financial fiduciary responsibilities and giving employees the necessary "flex" to experiment and grow. Creativity in Routine Roles: Uncover actionable tips to cross-pollinate ideas. The Concept of Sanctified Creativity: Understand why biblicalcreativity is not a "no rules" environment. The Spiritual Payoff: See how yielding to the Holy Spirit’s molding influence is a day-by-day creative process that transforms us to look more like Christ. Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Books by Dr. Reg Grant: Storm (a historical fictionnovel on the life of Martin Luther) and Telling Stories to Touch the Heart.Recommended reading for cultivating daily innovation: AWhack on the Side of the Head and A Kick in the Seat of the Pants by Roger von Oech.

    14 min
  2. Cultivating Creative Capacity in the Workplace | Interview with Dr. Reg Grant

    Apr 23

    Cultivating Creative Capacity in the Workplace | Interview with Dr. Reg Grant

    Does your faith influence your creativity at work? In this episode of Bible at Work, Dr. Shalini Jebasingh interviews Dr. Reg Grant, former Chairman of the Media, Arts, and Worship department at Dallas Theological Seminary.    Dr. Grant shares how we can cultivate our inherent "creative spark" to live the Bible in our professional lives. We dive into practical habits for personal growth and leadership strategies that empower teams to flourish.   In this episode, you’ll discover:  The 15-Minute Rule: A simple daily habit to broaden your cultural horizons and spark creativity by reading outside your field.   Servant Leadership: Shifting from a "boss" mindset to a "server" mindset to unlock your team’s potential.   The Mirror of Potential: Why biblical leaders should see people for who they can become in Christ, not just who they are today.   The Freedom to Fail: Why giving your team the "luxury of failure" is essential for a creative environment.   About Our Guest:  Dr. Reg Grant is a former senior professor and department chair at Dallas Theological Seminary, a published author, actor, and producer. He holds a doctorate in theology and specializes in homiletics, creative writing, and Bible exposition.   Connect with Us:  Website: www.eirene-group.com   Social Media: @BibleatWork and @DrShaliniJebasingh  If this episode encouraged you, please follow the show to catch Part 2!

    14 min

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Welcome to Bible at Work with Dr. Shalini Jebasingh! The Bible gives us the blueprint for how to live at work – lead others, innovate new things, govern well, manage resources, serve our customers, and more! Bible at Work brings biblical texts into conversation with leadership, organizational life, and daily work with practical suggestions and real-life examples. Dr. Shalini Jebasingh is a Biblical Workplace and Leadership Scholar, Critical Stress Management Coach, and Values-based Organizational Trainer. Connect with Shalini on LinkedIn to see more of her work.