"So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless." 1 Corinthians 15:58 NLT
Just read that verse again. Nothing you ever do for Jesus is ever useless or wasted. You may make a cup of tea or coffee for someone in the church. No one really notices because they are busy chatting. But, God notices and He is very grateful for what you did. You may straighten the rows of chairs in the church, give chorus sheets and newsletters out as you welcome people on the door. You may also sweep the car park outside. You may get a thank you or a nod but the one who is immensely grateful is God because, you are serving Him and every little bit of service is precious to Him; it is never wasted.
There are leaders and followers in the church and in the world. Sometimes it can be difficult to serve a harsh leader or boss. They may be rude, hostile and two-faced. They may be what leaders should never be, but we need to be honourable to them:
"You who are slaves must submit to your masters with all respect. Do what they tell you - not only if they are kind and reasonable, but even if they are cruel" 1 Peter 2:18). At times, it can seem that we are slaves and treated as such but, God will bless us when we serve to the best of our ability. Other leaders may be difficult, arrogant even, but just serve them and leave the rest to God.
Some Christians find themselves in places of work where, the bosses are hard and clash with their faith. I've been in situations such as this and it is not easy. But, at the time, I decided that as long as I am not forced to compromise my faith, then I can handle it and God will take care of the rest. And He did. It's a matter of working enthusiastically for Jesus and remaining strong and immovable that keeps you going.
When God sees your faithfulness, He is never far from blessing you. He will handle what you can't do. If you try and handle things on your own, you will suffer for it. In our working world, we need to be aware that not everyone will like us because our faith brings conviction. It irritates some people and they resent your presence. You may have noticed people being aggressive towards you, even downright rude for no particular reason. This is more likely because your presence - the presence of Jesus, brings guilt and conviction to them.
Just be string and immovable, do your job well as if you're working for Jesus and, nothing you do will be wasted.
Copyright 2023 Grahame Howard.
dailylifewithjesusbygrahamehoward.blogspot.com
If you would like to contact me, CLICK HERE
Member of the National Association of Christian Ministers
Why not order my Daily Commentary from Amazon - Paperback or Kindle
Check it out
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B084G9S4FD/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i2
No comments:
Post a Comment
Leave a message