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“THINKABOUTIT” THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

Monday; September 1, 2008

          Today is we celebrate Labor Day.  There are several special events attached to today … it’s the beginning of dove season, it is the last “unofficial” holiday of the summer, for many it’s a day off from work; but, at the heart of the celebration is the American worker.  Today, we honor the working class.

         One of the best feelings in the world is completing a job well done.  Doing a good job that results in a first-class product or service makes us feel worthwhile.  On the other hand, working hard for nothing can be deflating.  So how do we know if there is value in what we do?

         Centuries ago, a religious man noted, “… be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your toil is not in vain in the Lord.” (I Corinthians 15:58)  Basically, the apostle encouraged hard work by reminding people that any work centered in God is productive.  No, it doesn’t have to be “church work” per se; but, if we do what we do in a way in which God can be glorified, we’ll find value in our labor.

          Think about it!  For the Madison Avenue Church of Christ; this is Charlie Wharton.

 

 

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