... devotions when I was growing up, my dad brought this scripture to my consciousness (Gen. 2:5) when he was trying to explain to us (myself, mum and siblings), the value of work. When the Lord God realized ...

... eighteenth century. His story gave me a new view of work. As a young man, Bendigo Shafter travelled west to Wyoming with a wagon train, fighting off Indians and battling the elements. As winter approached, ...

... work. Deep down, his relationship with his master matters more to him than the fleeting pleasure of feasting on his master’s meat. However, any time he turns his gaze on his master’s meat he can’t just ...

... desires. This is hard work. Today, the Bible is showing us a way of overcoming temptation which is easier than exercising self-control. That way is to avoid situations that make our environment suitable ...

... to see the clear path but my heart belonged to Him who is breaking me for His good work. Oh! If only the Lord will be here! I am sure to smile at the storm and surely I will know thy way, the right path ...

... righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” (NIV). At the start of this day, as you reflect on all that God has done for you physically and more importantly, ...

... including work. It is no wonder then that the Puritans early on referred to work as “vocation (i.e. calling)”. Challenge: At work see yourself as an ambassador for Christ and carry every task heartily ...

... with a friend some time ago, I told her how I had continuously prayed for a future partner but I still do not see any sign of God at work. Then she asked this simple question: How many pillows do you have? ...

Joshua 10:12-15: On the day the Lord gave the Israelites victory over the Amorites, Joshua prayed to the Lord in front of all the people of Israel. He said, “Let the sun stand still over Gibeon and ...

... Many workers are stressed up from pressures of work. Many students are saddled with daunting lecture notes and reading lists. Many married people are confronted with childbearing, parenting, in-law issues. ...

... is true for the widow who fed Elijah (1 Kings 17:7-24). The early disciples left all they had and cherished to follow Christ (Matthew 19:27). They too gave their all for the Kingdom’s work. Some may ...

... in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” (NIV). As you reflect on all that God has done for you physically and more importantly, spiritually, I encourage ...

... of the hard work. Dear reader, the only sure way to succeed in all aspects of our lives is to let God be the builder of our lives. Let us take a look at three things we need to do if we want God to build ...

... do. We pray, believe, trust, and see God work... the natural reaction should be one of gratitude. Our praise and thanksgiving should flow from a grateful heart for what He has done for us. The reminder ...

... do. We pray, believe, trust, and see God work...the natural reaction should be one of gratitude. Our praise and thanksgiving should flow from a grateful heart for what He has done for us. The reminder ...

... Sitting in front of you is the brightest student in class and just by stretching your neck, you can get to copy his work. However, a Christ centered decision is to refrain yourself from the act and just ...

... ego ahead of the Lord and his work. He must come first. Let us not deceive ourselves, not delude others into thinking that when one becomes a Christian or disciple, all will go smoothly. Just the opposite ...

... for brethren to be committed to God’s work, I am pretty sure to hear these words: “Father, help us to know that you didn’t call us into your kingdom to be mere spectators; to look on whilst others work. ...

... men that others do not see any good in them. All they had to do was to avail themselves for the work. With all their flaws, God used them to establish His Church. When all was said and done the weakness ...

... is dressed in overalls and looks like work.” As you start your day, remember whatever you do, you are to work at it with all your heart as if you are working for the Lord and not for man (Colossians ...