(Holy) Workin' For A Living
There's a strange notion that many people have when it comes to what they consider "spiritual" activities as opposed to "non-spiritual." This contrast has also been described as the difference between what is "secular" and what is "sacred." For example, going to church has often been classified as a "spiritual" or "sacred" activity, whereas meeting friends for dinner at the pub is described as "secular." Some people might take this farther and extend the descriptions to vocation. Being a pastor, for instance, is considered by many people to be a sacred vocation, whereas being a businessperson is considered a secular one. I can't tell you how many times I've had conversations with people about their life of faith and they will say things to me like, "Well, I'm just a banker, not a pastor..." or "I'm only a stay at home mom, not a minister..." The great Chri...