Slaves, obey your human masters with fear and trembling; and do it with a sincere heart, as though you were serving Christ. Do this not only when they are watching you, because you want to gain their approval; but with all your heart do what God wants, as slaves of Christ. Do your work as slaves cheerfully, as though you served the LORD, and not merely men. Remember that the LORD will reward everyone, whether slave or free, for the good work he does.

Masters, behave in the same way toward your slaves and stop using threats. Remember that you and your slaves belong to the same Master in heaven, who judges everyone by the same standard.

Ephesians 6:5-9

God expected Christian servants in Paul’s day to work diligently for their masters, and we too should give our employers an honest day’s work. It is the right thing to do, and it strengthens our witness for Christ.

One good way to test the value of your work is to ask yourself this question: If I left my job, would it create a vacancy?

Some people stop looking for work when they get a job.

Our Daily Bread – July 14, 2003