According to Scripture, work is
to be part of the believer's life. We all have daily tasks, and many Christians
hold jobs outside the home. Some people view these as drudgery. Others wake up
excited to face the day's challenges. What is your outlook?
There is an important biblical principle to follow if you are
going to enjoy your work: View yourself as a servant. This might be hard if you
feel unappreciated or your coworkers are difficult. But consider the example
that the Lord set for us. He was rejected, tortured, and crucified. Yet Jesus
was willing to serve even His tormentors with His attitude and, ultimately,
with His life. Colossians 3:23-24 states, "Whatever you do, do your work
heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men . . . It is the Lord Christ whom
you serve."
When I was in college, this proved to be a valuable perspective.
I worked in the bleachery, which was the hottest and most uncomfortable job at
the local textile mill. At first, I focused on how much I disliked this
position. But I decided to change my attitude and look for opportunities to
serve Jesus through my work. For the first time, the heat did not bother me. In
fact, I was eager to share my faith
with those around me. People listened and responded because they noticed my
demeanor.
No job is perfect; each position has negative aspects. But we
can find joy and excitement even in the most menial task when we decide to work
for God. Choose to serve Christ in all you do. After all, why face each day
with dread when you could experience excitement and anticipation?
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