What Makes The Difference?

Work or play? Which would we rather do? Perhaps we would all be quick to say “play”. However, what is the difference between them? Both can consume time. Both may cause us to work up a sweat. Both may require the use of the same muscle strength. Both may also require the same amount of concentration. So, what makes the difference?

Perhaps what it simply boils down to is what we have decided “we want” to do. That means it all really depends on our ATTITUDE regarding that which we are doing. It has often been said that if one loves what they are doing for a living they will never have to “work” a day in their life. Again, that points to the difference not being in what is being done or energy being expended, but rather the PERSPECTIVE toward the activity in which one is involved.

Addressing a work ATTITUDE, Paul urged. . .
“(23) WHATEVER YOU DO, WORK HEARTILY, AS FOR THE LORD AND NOT FOR MEN, (24) knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. YOU ARE SERVING THE LORD CHRIST.” ( Colossians 3:23-24 ESV)

Though the context here related to relations between slaves and masters (vs.22), is there not a principle we can apply to the works in which we also might be involved? Certainly some works are more glamorous or prestigious than others, but anything good, right, and serving to meet a need can still be approached in honor to the Lord. Doing for such a higher purpose can make a huge difference in our ATTITUDE and PERSPECTIVE of what we find worth committing our concentration, energy, money, and time toward. Connecting all our activity to a PERSPECTIVE of honoring and serving the Lord will keep the joy in the labors -- whatever they might be -- as we impact the lives of those around us.

Have a great day MAINTAINING A MINDSET FOR GOD HONORED SERVICE!
Carl

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