Often times I use rewards to motivate my children.  We may spend the afternoon working in the garden to receive the reward of going swimming or to a movie.  How much greater a reward it is for us to spend eternity with Jesus? 

Knowing we will spend an eternity with Him not only gives us energy in the moment for the task ahead of us but gives us hope to endure whatever work or struggle lies ahead of us.  For we work heartily because we know we will receive the reward of joy in Jesus!

Personal Reflection

How great a joy is it to you to spend eternity with Jesus?  Are you looking forward to that day while you serve here?  Spend a few moments thinking about what it will be like having all eternity with Him? What would you ask Him?

Prayer Focus

Heavenly Father, thank you for Your Son and the reward of knowing Him.  For we deserve nothing and instead have received everything.  May we work heartily knowing that we will receive the reward of an eternity with Your Son Jesus.  Blessing and praise to You , in Jesus’ Name ,  Amen!

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