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{{quote|God's fundamental and original intention with regard to man, whom he created in his image and after his likeness (cf. Gen 1:26-27), was not withdrawn or cancelled out even when man, having broken the original covenant with God, heard the words: "In the sweat of your face you shall eat bread" (Gen 3:19). These words refer to the sometimes heavy toil that from then onwards has accompanied human work.... And yet, in spite of all this toil—perhaps, in a sense, because of it—work is a good thing for man.... through work man not only transforms nature, adapting it to his own needs, but he also achieves fulfilment as a human being and indeed, in a sense, becomes "more a human being."<ref name="LaboremExercens">''Laborem exercens'' §9</ref>}}
In the modern world there are many situations that tend to degrade the [[dignity of work]]. John Paul called these "threats to the right order of values." For example, when work is treated as a product to be sold, or when workers are considered as an impersonal "work force," then humans are being treated as instruments, and not as the subject of work.<ref>''Laborem exercens'' §7</ref> Other violations of dignity include [[unemployment]]; under-employment of highly skilled workers; inadequate wages to support life; inadequate job security;<ref>''Laborem exercens'' §8</ref> and forced labor.<ref name="LaboremExercens" />
John Paul recognized technology as a great benefit, provided it is regarded as a tool and not as a master. However, technology also presents some risks.
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