"Whatever you do, do your work heartily (from the soul), as for the Lord rather than for men." Colossians 3:23

The 'whatever you do' in this verse, though in the context is written of the slave and master relationship, needs to be applied to ALL we do as Christians. However, let's stop for a moment and think of the work ethic of today. So many put in their time just to draw a wage. The actual time 'spent' on the job is often wasted or used for personal pursuits. This can not be for a child of God for is this not stealing just as much as walking off with company supplies, etc.? The work place is where we as Christians, more than not, are in close contact with non-Christians. Is Christ seen in us?  Is our life a testimony of Christ? Would anyone see us as different from others and want to know why? Remember Christ is still in the world seeking and saving souls in these earthen vessels in which He dwells.

We are to live unto God, therefore all we do, we do 'heartily as for the Lord', "For the love of Christ controls us...He died for all, that they who live should no longer live for themselves, but for Him who died and rose again on their behalf." 2 Corinthians 5:15

We do it heartily giving our whole heart to God -- In love:
"And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might." Deuteronomy 6:5

In obedience:
"How blessed are those who observe Hs testimonies, Who seek Him with all their heart." Psalm 119:2

In trust:
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart; and do not lean on your own understanding." Proverbs 3:5

In prayer:
"And you will seek Me, and FIND Me, when you search for Me with all your heart." Jeremiah 29:13

Whatever our task, we take it from the hand of the Lord. For it says in Ephesians 2:10, "For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them."

And in Romans 12:1,
"I urge you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship."

And,
"I can do all things through Him (Christ) who strengthens me."
Philippians 4:13

The writer of Hebrews says to them  (and to all Believers), "Therefore, since we received a kingdom which cannot be shaken, let us show gratitude, by which we may offer to God an acceptable service with reverence and awe." Hebrews 12:28

No matter what the task or for whom, we do all unto Christ our Savior and Lord! And we do so in love, obedience, trust and prayer. We thank you Lord that we belong to You and for Your mighty work in our lives. Amen