"I have seen that there is nothing better than for a person to enjoy his activities because that is his reward. For who can enable him to see what will happen after he dies." Ecclesiastes 3:22 CSB
Let me encourage you; if you have done something for God, no matter how small it may have been, God is pleased with you. It may only have been to wash some dishes in the church, sweep the floor, welcomed someone on the door of the church or given someone a lift to church. It may seem quite ordinary to some people - even yourself. But for God, He has seen you heart, your dedication and your love for Him. He appreciates you.
People do great things for God; they may lead many to salvation, preach all over the place, write a great best seller for God or have a powerful healing ministry. Now, in God's eyes this is very good. However, He doesn't measure your success. You're not in the sales business where sales rocket and you are the top seller earning great commissions each month. It is not like this, at all. God is not into the numbers business, we are all equal in His eyes and to Him the one who gives a two coin tithe is just as precious as the one who gives a regular large amount in the tithe basket (Read Luke 21:1-4).
You may have worked all your life and now have retirement to enjoy. Perhaps it is time to reflect and enjoy what you have achieved in your work and in your Christian life. You may have a healthy financial nest to enjoy or you may be struggling a little today with all the bills. No matter what your circumstances are, if you have put God in the driving seat of your life, then you are a winner and He will look after you and encourage you to just enjoy your endeavours. Solomon is saying here in verse 22: 'there is nothing better than for a person to enjoy his activities because that is his reward.' It is too late to enjoy what God has given you when you have died and are in heaven. It will be a whole different story then. Enjoy what you have earned now and, be grateful to God that He has given you success in your life. Also, be secure in the fact that you have made a difference in your life. You may not think that you have done anything significant but, you and others, will be surprised when God gives an account of your life while you stand in front of Him. Usually, when people stand in front of the King, they receive a medal. Just think what you will receive when you stand in front of the King of kings. That will really be something.
God says that you are worthy and that is really all that matters!
If you don't know Jesus or, have fallen away, why not say this prayer right now:
'Lord Jesus, I have sinned and I ask you to forgive me and be my Lord and Saviour. Please come into my heart, fill me with Your Spirit and give me a brand new start today.
In Jesus' Name. Amen'
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