DEVOTION for Wednesday, July 17, 2013 WORTHY WORK Jesus said the laborer should be worthy of his wages (Luke 10:7) and Paul said we should walk worthy of the vocation to which we are called (Eph 4:1). This means the occupation which enables you to earn your living should be God’s provision for your needs and God’s place for your service. You should not be too lazy to work (this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat-2 Thessalonians 3:10) but provision should be provided for you if you are unable to work (For the poor shall never cease out of the land: therefore I command thee, saying, Thou shalt open thine hand wide unto thy brother, to thy poor, and to thy needy, in thy land- Deuteronomy 15:11). Here are some tips to help you “walk worthy” of your occupation. Be productive (Jesus constantly commended people who used their “talent” instead of hiding it). Be prayerful for those you work for and with. Be pure in words and behavior. Be prudent when dealing with others (Realizing the evil that infects men’s minds and morals, Jesus told His disciples to be wise as serpents even while walking harmless as doves- Matt 10:16). And, finally, be a pattern for Christ that people will want to embrace and emulate. Work provides focus in your life, funds for your well being, and fruit to glorify God. Working your work worthily will please God and make your life better.
Posted on: Wed, 17 Jul 2013 11:50:17 +0000
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