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The concept of His work in Christianity

His work, as discussed in the text, encompasses the significant actions and duties attributed to the Servant and Jesus, highlighting their profound impact and purpose in accordance with divine will. It emphasizes the importance of Christ's role in propitiation, intercession, and the ongoing mission that inspires believers to engage in His work. This work is seen not merely as a byproduct but as a vocation that requires dedicated effort, reflecting both divine actions and the responsibilities entrusted to humanity in connection with God's overarching plan.1
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Synonyms: His task, His duty, His role, Effort, Contribution, Task, Project

In German: Seine Arbeit; In Malay: Kerja dia; In Finnish: Hänen työnsä; In Spanish: Su obra; In Swedish: Hans verk; In Dutch: Zijn werk; In French: Son travail; In Swedish: Hans arbete

The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.

Christian concept of 'His work'

Christianity Books

Significance in Christianity (general):

From: Expositions of Holy Scripture

(1) This describes the mission of Jesus, the completion of which was a source of sustenance and strength, and which He strived to accomplish through obedience to the Father's will.[1] (2) The Apostle had a work here which he could carry on hereafter, and he believes that there would be no reversal of view, no change in the fundamental character of his occupations.[2] (3) This is the work of God, and it is the work in us concerning which the words of the text are absolutely true, which is in the world of Providence and earthly gifts, where prayers and wishes often surpass the answers.[3] (4) This phrase refers to the divine actions, specifically the actions of God, which are described as strange and are not the typical or usual activities performed.[4] (5) His work lies in remembering His death, which is the center of His work, and the Lord's Supper is evidence of this estimate.[5]

From: A Dictionary of the Bible (Hastings)

(1) His work refers to the act of betrayal, and the text states that Judas thought his work was done after leading the rulers to Jesus.[6] (2) This refers to the mission of Jesus, and the author discusses the impact of His life and death.[7] (3) This refers to the actions, deeds, or creations attributed to a specific individual or entity, often reflecting their influence or purpose.[8] (4) The individual's chief importance lies not in his career as a leader of the Jewish revolution, but in these, which have come down to us.[9]

From: Hymns for Christian Devotion

(1) The divine carries out an activity, but the reasons behind the activity are hidden, implying a lack of complete understanding.[10] (2) Refers to the creations and acts of God, emphasizing human dependence on them.[11]

From: A Cyclopedia of Biblical literature

(1) His work on earth concluded with the addition of an historical section in Isaiah 36-39, in order to facilitate the right understanding of the prophecies uttered by him during the most fertile period of his prophetic ministry.[12]

Significance in Early Christian church and writers:
Early Christianity Books

From: Ante-nicene Fathers

(1) This phrase signifies the actions and deeds carried out by the subject, particularly those considered remarkable and of great significance.[13] (2) The actions of the Teacher, which should be imitated by the followers, in order to have communion with Him, and to receive increase from the perfect one.[14] (3) His works refer to the actions of Christ, which were foretold by the prophets and fulfilled by His advent.[15] (4) This indicates the concept of creation by a divine entity, specifically referring to the world as a product of this divine being's actions, presenting a theological viewpoint.[16] (5) This refers to the creations and actions attributed to the divine being, which are considered evidence of the divine's existence and influence, providing a means to understand the divine.[17]

Early Christianity (also known as Early Church) refers to the period starting roughly in the 6th century BC up until 325 A.D. during which year the first council of Nicaea was convened. Popular literature includes the writings by the early Church Fathers which forms the basis of later Christian theology.

Significance in Protestantism (Christian movement emphasizing faith and scripture):
Protestantism Books

From: The Existence and Attributes of God

(1) These are the works of creation and providence, where the divine's power glitters, as well as his wisdom.[18] (2) These are the actions of God, and they are celebrated in a song, and they are terrible, and they are the miraculous overthrow of the strength and flower of a mighty nation.[19] (3) The things that God rejoiced in, according to the text, as He beheld the world after its creation with a complacency, and still governs it with pleasure.[20] (4) His works could not be foreknown to him if his knowledge commenced with the existence of his works, as if he knew them before he made them, he could not derive a knowledge from them after they were made.[21]

Protestantism (or simply the protestant church) is a major branch of Christianity originating from the Reformation in the 16th century, led by figures like Martin Luther. It emphasizes salvation by faith alone and the Bible as the ultimate authority. Variants of Protestantism include Lutheranism, Calvinism, Anglicanism, Methodism and Presbyterianism, each with unique practices but generally united by these core principles.

Significance in Global Christian community:
Catholic Church Books

From: The city of God

(1) This is the work which is called his masterpiece, and which is presented to the English reader.[22]

From: Works of St. Anselm

(1) This refers to the writing itself, and the author is describing his process, his motivations, and his hopes for how readers will receive it.[23]

The Catholic Church is a global Christian community with over a billion members, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ. It is led by the Pope and emphasizes the sacraments, particularly the Eucharist. Catholicism is a denomination centered on the teachings thereof. It has a rich theological and cultural heritage.

Significance in Church of the East (or the East Syriac Church):
Church of the East Books

From: The Kebra Nagast

(1) This is something that God will destroy when He taketh away the Tabernacle of His Covenant, and it is a cause for lamentation.[24] (2) This is a reference to a significant figure, and it is used to provide a supporting quote within the text.[25]

The Church of the East emerged in the 5th century and separated from the Roman Empire's state church by adopting Nestorianism. It emphasizes the distinct human and divine natures of Jesus Christ. It is also called the Assyrian Church, Nestorian Church or the East Syriac Church.

Plural form: His works.