“Abraham expressed his faith by packing his bags and moving. David administered a kingdom. Jesus pounded nails on a carpenter’s bench. Paul made friends, sewed tents, planned journeys, and raised funds for the poor in Jerusalem. Through such ordinary deeds the kingdom of God advanced. What they did mattered less than why and for whom. In creation, in incarnation, in all acts on earth, God hallows the ordinary.” Philip Yancey *
Every day we make choices:
- to work lazily or diligently.
- to be rude or considerate.
- to neglect or nourish our relationship with the Lord.
- to excuse or repent of our sins.
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord” because God cares about both the ordinary and extraordinary duties of our lives (Colossians 3:23).
* Rumours of Another World, Philip Yancey, Zondarvan, copyright 2003, Page 231
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ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Tracy. It's always an encouragement to hear that! Bless you, Gail
DeleteIt would make a huge difference if we viewed the things we do, through the eyes of Jesus. Those things which appear to be insignificant when viewed through our eyes, are actually things that matter a great deal to the Lord. When we do what ever we do, no matter how great or small, we should always do those things as unto the Lord! God bless you! I enjoyed the post!
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Paulette
So true, Paulette. The small things are often the big things spiritually. Bless you, Gail
DeleteVery true! Boy, have I made some poor choices lately! I am thankful that His mercies are new every morning! Thank you for linking at Thrive @ Home!
ReplyDeleteThis is a very thought provoking post...and one we ought to consider each day. Thank you for the reminder to do the more difficult tasks now so we may reap the rewards later on. Thank you for linking up!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for reminding me Gail, that God is still interested in what I do, no matter my age.
ReplyDeleteA well timed reminder! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteTina
a wonderful reminder! Thank you for sharing this, Gail!
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