The concept of work is not popular in our society today. My father told me when I was a lad that if I would put in as much effort to do my work as I did to avoid it, I would finish my tasks and be better for it. I hope that I have learned some of that valuable lesson.

            The Scriptures mention work early in the first book of the Bible. In Genesis 2:2 we find God finished His work of creation. The Word of God declares that God did His work well (Gen. 1:31). As His followers, we should dedicate ourselves to perform our tasks to the best of our ability.

            Paul wrote to the congregation at Thessalonica to require individuals to work if they desired to eat (2 Thess. 3:10). Work is a part of God’s plan for peoples’ lives (Gen. 3:17-19). When one learns to appreciate the true value of work, he or she understands the intrinsic worth of labor. Work assists in giving meaning and direction in life, as well as, satisfaction.

            We cannot forget that God has promised to reward our work for His cause (Heb. 6:10). The prospect of hearing “well done” (Mt. 25:21) from the lips of our Savior should lift our spirits, lighten our load and lead us to appreciate the opportunity to work!