Wednesday Walk - Working Hard for God

We're all there or have been there... We're in a job that is not ideal. We feel its getting us by financially and that's what matters OR its a temporary placement until we land our dream job/promotion.

I'd like to change your mentality a bit. Is it going to make you like your job more? Maybe not and most likely not right away, but it will change your way of thinking and how you view your worth in the work place. That is the goal.

Presence. Passion. Prayer. Purpose.

Before, after, and during your shifts practice being present and in the moment at all times. Bring passion into every single detail of your job description no matter what and I mean NO matter what the task is. Pray that God gives you strength and peace to get through the work day. To give off positive energy to your coworkers and clients. Give gratitude to God for having the job to begin with and you will really start to appreciate subtle and small parts of your job that you might be overlooking. Through your positive outlook and energy, you might help a coworker get through a difficult task with your help and encouragement or make a client's day with your uplifting attitude. It will give you purpose for your hard day of work.

You can also look at your job as work for the Lord. In EVERYTHING you do, do it for God. That's the ultimate goal in this life anyway.

2 Timothy 15 & 20-21

Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth. 

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In a wealthy home some utensils are made of gold and silver, and some are made of wood and clay. The expensive utensils are used for special occasions, and the cheap ones are used for everyday use. If you keep yourself pure, you will be a special utensil for honorable use. Your life will be clean, and you will be ready for the Master to use you for every good work.

What this new outlook will do is empower you on a daily basis. You'll be surprised how your entire life changes with this shift. All of a sudden, new ideas will pop into your head that will expand your wallet. You'll think of great suggestions to present to your boss and you will be heard because you have the confidence to back it up.

Take the first step. Practice being present in each moment. Every little thing you do. Do it with purpose and passion. Watch your life change and be thankful.