Effektiwiteit en produktiwiteit in die Christen se lewe, werk en besigheid in die lig van Matteus 25:14-30

Abstract

Effectiveness and productivity in the Christian’s life, work and business in the light of Matthew 25:14-30 In the life of a modern Western Christian, effectiveness and productivity are frequently approached in terms of performativity, operativity and managerialism, which are the characteristic norms of high modernity. Notably New Agers and Postmodernists have questioned such norms in various circles. Should Christians align themselves with the norms of high modernity or with the norms of, for example, Postmodernists in their approach to effectiveness and productivity in their lives, their occupations and their business? This article offers an interpretation in looking for guidelines regarding a sound approach to this issue. For this purpose the parable of the rich man who entrusted his slaves with his possessions (Matthew 25 (and the parallel Luke 19) is utilised in order to indicate a sound approach to effectiveness and productivity.

Keywords

• Calling
• Vocation
• Matt 25 14-30
• Effectivity
• Productivity