Many times, the thought of a bad master makes employees unwilling to commit to the work. If the work environment is not healthy because of a rude or harsh manager, or supervisor, it causes the workers to have no sense of belonging and commitment. How do we ensure good stewardship at places with stifling environments? How does one take care of the wealth of an organisation that cares less about its workers? What can we do to ensure growth and development in our work (personal businesses)? The thought of not being able to make the best out of the opportunities we have may also cause unnecessary competition that may give us rivals rather than competitors. Navigating through these and many more is important for all people. Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters (Colossians 3:23) In today’s blog, we shall consider another principle of stewardship. Paul admonished the church in Colossae that “whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters” (Colossians 3:23). This instruction was given to Christian households and is also relevant for our attitude towards work. The attitude of “working for the Lord” removes all bitterness and malice. It gives one a bigger picture and takes away one’s eyes from the human manager who might be unpleasant. Humans are limited by what they can do and see. God is limitless: He is omniscient, omnipotent and omnipresent. He sees what we do in secret and He is able to discern the thoughts and intents of men. Nothing can be hidden from Him. Having this mindset that whether we are managing our own businesses or working for others, we are ultimately working for God, put a check on us. Stewards who know that their managers are all-knowing, all-powerful and present everywhere are more likely to give out their best at every time. Giving your best means being committed, dedicated, involved, transparent, willing to assist others etc. to ensure progress. In managing worldly wealth, we should have the mindset that God is the owner of all resources. Will God be pleased if His money is used for other things that bring sorrow and pains? No! Will God gamble His wealth away? No! Will God be pleased to know that the wealth entrusted to us was only used to promote evil? No! Remember, God cares about everything. In “whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving. Anyone who does wrong will be repaid for their wrongs, and there is no favoritism.(Colossians 3:23-25? Will God be pleased with how committed you are to the work you are doing? Is there a good report in heaven about your stewardship over the work of your hands?
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