An
Example To Imitate
For you yourselves
know how you ought to imitate us; we were not idle when we were with you, and
we did not eat anyone's bread without paying for it; but with toil and labor we
worked night and day, so that we might not burden any of you. This was not
because we do not have that right, but in order to give you an example to
imitate. For even when we were with you, we gave you this command: Anyone
unwilling to work should not eat. For we hear that some of you are living in
idleness, mere busybodies, not doing any work. Now such persons we command and
exhort in the Lord Jesus Christ to do their work quietly and to earn their own
living. Brothers and sisters, do not be weary in doing
what is right.
2 Thessalonians
3:7-13
On Labor Day, most of the workers get the
day off. Labor Day is a good time to reflect on what is expected of us, by our
God. Remember that no matter what our task is, it is our duty to work for God's
glory. Remember that the way we work can earn the respect of those who do not
follow Christ. Our work is one way to fulfill our dual purpose, which is to
love God and others. Show your love to your co-workers.
We must work to provide for those who
depend on us. Having a job can be hard work. Even for those who truly enjoy
their jobs, it is nice to have a breather. But until the day comes when our
work is over, our task is to make our labor a testimony to God's glory.
It is not the
hours you put in that count,
but what you put in
the hours.
Our
Daily Bread -