Biblical Foundations of Job Satisfaction: Integrating Purpose and Fulfillment in Workforce Strategy
In today’s evolving workplace, job satisfaction remains a key driver of employee engagement and organizational success. This study explores the integration of biblical principles, particularly purpose and service, into workforce strategies to enhance job satisfaction. Using a narrative literature review, the study synthesizes contemporary job satisfaction theories with biblical teachings to develop a framework for faith-based workplace engagement. Findings highlight that meaningful work, ethical leadership, and service-oriented cultures significantly improve employee well-being and retention. The study offers practical implications for organizations seeking to implement faith-based strategies while maintaining inclusivity. However, challenges exist in applying these principles across diverse work environments. Future research should focus on empirical validation of biblical-based job satisfaction models and their impact on organizational performance.
Authors
- Esther Florence Akonor
- Peter Agyekum Boateng (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-0380-9482)
- Jonas Yomboi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4897-8388)
- Abdul Al-Mumin Yakubu
- Jeanette Owusu
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science
- Published
- 2025-01-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.47772/ijriss.2025.905000321
- Primary Topic
- Workplace Spirituality and Leadership
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00