If you were to ask me what my favorite Scripture verse is, my response would go something like this, “Whatever I need at the moment.”
I do, however, have verses that have had special meaning to me during different times. When I was first saved and doubted I could ever “walk worthy” of God’s calling, God led me to Philippians 1:6: “being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
I realized then that I could complete this walk with God because He promised that what He started in me He would finish. I also have a verse that I have tried to live by. You’ll find it in my email address, and in my signature on my emails. It is Colossians 3:17: “And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
I came to realize early that it is not the size or greatness of the task that matters. What matters is how we do it. It can be behind a pulpit, work in the marketplace or business, taking care of a young family or aging loved one. It can be as simple as cleaning up the snack table at church after Sunday Service, or perhaps attending a prayer group. I truly believe that what matters to the heart of our Father God is whether we do it to honor His Son … and do it with a thankful heart.
What is on your agenda today? “Whatever your hand finds to do,” do it all in the name of the LORD Jesus … and give thanks to Your Father for the privilege.
