" Not with eyeservice, as menpleasers; but as the servants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart." Ephesians 6:6
Man was created by God to be a worker. Already in Paradise Adam was charged with the care of the Garden. God has given us minds and bodies which can only be healthy and happy if they are occupied with fruitful labor! It is true that toil has become more difficult due to sin, yet it is noble, and if performed as unto the Lord, brings a rich legacy of joy and satisfaction. Even the lowest type of service can be done with the highest possible motive; namely, that of glorifying God from the heart. Work done in this fashion transforms even the meanest drudgery into a glorious opportunity.
Christians are always to do their duty fully and carefully. They are not to be industrious only when the boss or overseer is looking, but must be faithful at all times, realizing that they operate under the very eye of the Lord Himself. Our labor is not to be done for the applause of men or merely for the joy of accomplishment, but must be carried on for the glory of God and for the blessing of mankind.
Before the days of Christ a sculptor was employed to erect a statue in one of the Grecian temples. He spent much time and labor in making it beautiful and ornate, even the part which was to be against the wall. On being asked why he carved the back part with the same pains as he did the front, he replied, "That is the way I always labor. Though men may not see it, I believe the gods do!" Although he was a pagan, he had caught something of the spirit of true, conscientious service.
Let us meditate on Paul's admonition to perform our daily tasks faithfully - "not with eyeservice, as menpleasers; but in singleness of heart, fearing God" (Colossians 3:22).
"Bread For Each Day"
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