God is all about the everyday. Not everyone will be a missionary, a pastor, a church-worker or a worship leader. The majority of us will live the everyday life as bankers, real estate agents, farmers, teachers, mill workers, truck drivers, childcare workers, mechanics, cooks...
We are ALL important in our everyday life to God's plan for the salvation of the world. God wants to encourage you today that your job matters. He does not want you to see Sundays as the only day that means something to his plans. Even if you never utter the name of Jesus in your workplace, your attitude, spirit and the joy and peace of Jesus will speak his name. As you move into Monday, and a new work week, I encourage you to be asking God to use you in the midst of your everyday. A few verses to meditate on: 1 Thessalonians 2:9-12 - Paul describing how he and Silas and Timothy preached by also worked regular 'day jobs' as well. Philippians 2:12-16 - Living cheerfully, as an example of what life in Jesus looks like. Romans 12: 1-2 - Your everyday life is an offering to God. Blessings, Rosalyn
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Rosalyn, Well said. When in Church this morning, for the feast of the Epiphinay (Three Kings), I contemplated the figures in the manger. The same manger scene has been put on the alter in our church since I was an infant. Each year I have looked at the characters, 3 kings, camels, cattle, sheep, shepards, Blessed Mary, Joseph, and Baby Jesus. Every year I have been drawn to the Shepard and his colorful clothes, musical instrument and hat with the sheep at his feet. It is interesting that some relate to the other characters in the manger, I think that it is what makes us unique. We are all called to grow where we are planted whether we be a king, or peasant. I agree that there are no ordinary days, or jobs, when life is lived with "Enthusiasm" (meaning God within). Great post~
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Rosalyn
1/8/2012 10:10:36 am
Thank you for your comment, Tammy. So glad you connected with the devotional! Have a great week.
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