Whatever You Do,

Work At It With All Your Heart

Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything; and do it, not only when their eye is on you and to curry their favor, but with sincerity of heart and reverence for the Lord. Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.

Colossians 3:22-24

Is ambition wrong? Is it wrong to be driven? It can be. The difference between right and wrong ambition is in our goal and motivation – whether it’s for God’s glory or our own.

Whether the change in us takes place instantly or gradually, the Christian is to pursue God’s goals, not selfish ones.

In the workplace we might ask how a job change might help us serve others and glorify God.

We glorify Him most and enjoy Him most when we work with fervor and excellence for His pleasure, not ours. For His service and the service to others, not self-service and personal gain – because He deserves our all.

We grow small trying to be great.

Our Daily Bread – April 9, 2013