What I learned from
the homework – God intended work to be a blessing. The concept of work was instituted in the
Garden of Eden PRIOR to the fall. So,
this should tell us that work wasn’t meant to be a punishment. Work was made more difficult after the fall,
but it was part of God’s plan for man and woman from the beginning.
Re-reading Proverbs 31 has taught me this week that women in
the workplace was part of God’s plan. I
have wasted too much time resenting the fact that I have never been able to be
a career homemaker. Now, I can tell you
that God has completely orchestrated my career path and every job I’ve ever
held. I have gotten to know Him in
unimaginable ways because of work. And,
after experiencing 13 months of unemployment several years ago, I appreciate
work so much more.
Changes I have
made/need to make – This week significantly impacted our entire class. Granted, our group is very small, and that
lends itself to magnificent discussion.
Personally, I love my job, but sometimes it’s difficult to remember that
I work for Christ, and I have to make a point of reminding myself.
Memorizing Scripture –
Colossians 3:23-24 teaches us that we serve Christ, not men. So we should work heartily and passionately
and with integrity. That can be quite
challenging at times.
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