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Zeal for the Work

  The third chapter of Nehemiah lists who did what and where to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. One verse includes a unique descriptor.   Nehemiah 3:20 (NIV) Next to him, Baruch son of Zabbai zealously repaired another section, from … Continue reading

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Morning Prayer: The Rhythm of Work

Good morning, Lord. From the beginning, You planned for us to work. Our culture seems to scream, “Work less! Work is bad.” Teach me to see work as my opportunity to obey You and serve others–in Jesus’ name.

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Worthy Work

  John 5:17 (ESV) Jesus answered them, “My Father is working until now, and I am working.”    We don’t work alone. That’s worth knowing.            

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Labor with Love

“We ought not to be weary of doing little things for the love of God, who regards not the greatness of the work, but the love with which it is performed.” Brother Lawrence (1614-1691) The Practice of the Presence of … Continue reading

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Prospering Work

  This familiar passage from Isaiah looked forward to Jesus Christ:     Isaiah 53:10 (NLT) The Lord’s good plan will prosper in his hands. What about you and me? Does God’s good plan prosper in our hands?

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Celebrate Work

Here in the USA, it’s Labor Day. We all have work to do (even God). Let’s get to work!  

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Wonderful Work

We are God’s wonderful work — — perfectly placed, exactly where He wants us.

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Whole-Hearted Work

Hate your work? ?  Wondering why you bother? Maybe you’re going at it with the wrong attitude, working for the wrong boss. Colossians 3:23-24 (MSG) Work from the heart for your real Master, for God, confident that you’ll get paid … Continue reading

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Winsome Work

There’s a sweet little book, The Practice of the Presence of God, filled with bits of Brother Lawrence’s conversations and writings — wise words like these: Easier to read than to put into practice. And well worth the effort.

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What Work?

Psalm 90:17 (NIV) May the favor of the Lord our God rest on us; establish the work of our hands for us—yes, establish the work of our hands.   “Establish” our work: aim appoint confirm direct form make ready ordain … Continue reading

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