Working Matters
(Eph. 6:5-9; Col.3:22-4:1; Titus 2:9-10; Tim... 6: 1-2)
Our work has worth (dignity)
reasons. #1 God Himself is a worker ( Gen . 1-2 and Exo . 20:11)
Reasons # 3 god's original Plan to mankind (Gen . 1: 26-28)
Our work is worship ( Eph. 6:5-9)
Our work is our Witness ( Titus 2:9-10) ! Tim 6:1)
Are you Obedient?
Obedient to those who are your masters (in all things) Eph 6:5; Col 3:22
Not only to those who are gentle. 1 Pet 2: 18
here the issues is Authority and Submission
Ask yourself these questions.
1. Am I obedient?
2. D I listen to and follow instructions?
3. Do I do what I am told to the best of my ability?
4. is my obedience selective?
5. On the job do I possess sincerity of heart-doing the will of God from the heart?
6. Do I grumble and complain?
Integrity
Whatever you do, work heartily, as to the Lord, rather than men
(Col 3; 22)
Well Pleasing in all things. Titus 2:9
The issue here is
Excellence
Ask your self these questions
1. Do I take pride in my work?
2. Do I work just as hard when the boss is not looking?
3. Am I giving it my all?
4. Am I cutting corners?
5. Do I do my wok with enthusiasm as unto Christ?
6. Is my perspective, attitude, motives and conduct Christ like?
Not argumentative
(Titus: 2:9)
The issue here is Conflict
Ask these questions you’re self
1. Do I seek to resolve conflicts in health ways?
2. do I respond with honesty and courtesy>
3. Am I team player> cooperative>
4. do I take proper responsibility for my actions>
5. Do I allow pride to get in the way of restoration>
6. Do I have a problem with gossip>
Not a pilfer (Titus 2:9)
The issue here is
Honesty and Integrity
Ask yourself these questions
1. Do I keep an honest accounting of hours and expense accounts?
2. Do I take things from the office ( e.g. Paper clips)
3. Do I spend unreasonable time on the phone and /or internet for personal reasons?
4. Am I giving my job my all? Extend break times?
5. Do I abuse sick days?
Showing all good faith-Titus 2; 9-10
The issue here is Loyalty and dependability
Ask your self these questions
1 Do I keep my word?
2 Do I meet my deadlines?
3. Am I trustworthy?
4. Am I dependable?
How would you describe your attitude about work?
How has your attitude affected your actions on the job?
As I result of today’s study from the worked of God, what changes Do you believe God wants you to make? What is your plan of implementation?
Write the name of one person at work whom you know is not a Christian. Throughout this week pray for an opportunity to share Christ with them.
7 questions to pray and answer your self
Set aside quiet time this week to prayerfully walk through these questions with the Lord, asking him to reveal to your heart any necessary changes.
1. Can I sit still without it driving me up a wall?
2. Do I find it difficult to say “no” to opportunities at work, but not in other areas of my life?
3. Do I frequently find it difficult to turn my mind off when I go to bed?
4. Do people around me frequently tell me, “You ought to slow down?”
5. When they do, do I consider that a compliment/
6. Do I procrastinate about taking vacations?
7. Do I find myself often bringing work home?
8. Do I have to get sick (or hurt) to slow down?
You are spending 1/3 of your life in work what answer you would give to God.
