Called to Work | Ephesians 6:5-9
Sermon Summary:
When adults meet each other for the first time, one of the first topics of conversation is usually “So what do you do?” And what most people respond with is their occupation, what they do to earn a paycheck. In this sermon, Pastor Smith discusses how the concept of vocation is much bigger than simply what we do to earn a living. We have to expand what our concept of “work” really is. Yes, work includes what we do outside the home, but it also includes the essential tasks that serve the home and family. All work is God-given and is an opportunity to serve our neighbor and glorify God. But even if we frame work in this positive way, our work still can leave us feeling downtrodden and exhausted. Isn’t it great then to learn that ultimately God does the hardest work on our behalf? We work hard as long as we can, but we look forward to the rest that Christ has won for us. We long for this eternal Sabbath rest, even as we commemorate those who have gone before us and now rest from their labors on this All Saints’ Day.
What you do and who you are is more than just your 9 to 5.
“Vocation is the place where God hides Himself in your ordinary life–for the sake of your neighbor.”
How should a Christian approach work in the home?
How should a Christian approach work outside the home?
Work is beautiful and God-given…but it sure can be exhausting and painful!
“The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.”
“Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.” “Blessed indeed,” says the Spirit, “that they may rest from their labors, for their deeds follow them!”
We depend on Christ’s work, and we look forward to the rest He will give.
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