“You are such a hard worker!” I was weeding a flower bed at a Bible camp alongside an elderly lady who gave me the unexpected compliment.
I used to be lazy as a kid and thought work was terrible. Younger Sheyvah tried to get things done the easiest way possible. I remember being shocked when my Bible college professor said that there would be work for us to do in eternity. What? That’s not my idea of eternal bliss!
Things have changed. Or rather God has changed me. He has taught me who my work is truly serving, and helped me be intentional about pleasing him.
At my job in a public school, I am willing to do anything that needs to be done. When someone in authority rubs me the wrong way, I need to remember that I am really working for the Lord of the universe, not a flawed person. My Daddy Above’s opinion is the only one that matters. He will reward me, so I don’t need to try to get recognition down here.
Dear Lord, thank you that you are my King and I am your servant. Humble me to work for you despite adverse conditions. Thank you for the wonderful glories to come in the new world.
Throughout this day: Think about your work, whether paid, volunteer or at home. No matter what it is, or who sees, remember that God is there. Ask him for the grace to work willingly for him with a joyful heart.
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