Labor Day

As Labor Day has grown closer and closer, I have seen a lot of articles that address the question, “Does God care about my work?” To be honest, I haven’t read a single one. Why? Because I already know the answer … it’s a resounding “YES.”
But, for some reason, I haven’t seen a single article that asks the question, “Does God care about how I use my retirement?” The answer to that is also a resounding “YES!” I have heard several retirees say something to the effect of, “I’m so busy, I don’t know how I ever had time for work.”
Let’s face it, whether we are working or retired, something always chews up our time. The only question is, ”What?” Sometimes that can be a difficult question to answer … and many times because we don’t really want to scrutinize our schedules and see what has become a priority.
I hope that we never forget that God cares about everything we do. The Bible is pretty clear on that matter:

So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. (1 Corinthians 10:31)

And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. (Colossians 3:17)

Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ. (Colossians 3:23-24)

All (every aspect) of our lives are lived out before God. May we be found faithful in how we have used our time!

In His grip,
Pastor Decker