When the gospel struck my heart for real the first time, I gave up my life and asked God to guide me.  In looking back, I didn’t even have a clue of what would happen next.  I was simply knew I had sinned against Him and needed His forgiveness and guidance. I didn’t fully understand the imperishable inheritance that Christ has secured for me or the work had had given me to do. 

Looking back from where my faith is now, I see things even more clearly.  My thoughts then were only the beginning of the most amazing relationship in my life.  Not only was He my Savior but also my King to whom I swear my allegiance.   For I will work for Him with all diligence.  When it gets hard I will remember the cross and what He has endured for me. 

I must remember this earth is not my home.  I’m only on a work trip for my King.  It is Him that I seek to please.  One day I will return home to receive my inheritance He has protected for me. He has given me my work assignment (Matt 28:18-20) and many instructions on how to carry that out.  He has even given me the ultimate teacher, mentor, and helper (John 14:25-26).  Let us all press on working diligently for the One who has set us free and allowed us to work for Him!

Reflection

Who are you working for today?

How can you work more diligently for the Lord?

Spend some time today picturing your inheritance the Lord is protecting for you. Praise Him for His mighty victory at the cross.  He is such a good King!!!

Prayer

Father, You are mighty in power and have purchased us with the precious blood of Christ.  We are Yours forever.    You have sent us on a mission to work for You.  Let us carry out that work with all diligence, honor, and glory to You. May the work of our hands be pleasing in Your sight.  May strongholds be torn down in the minds of those we serve and may they join us on this amazing work trip You have us on.  In Jesus’ name, Amen!