WHO'S THE BOSS?

Let the favor of the Lord our God be upon us, and prosper for us the work of our hands—O prosper the work of our hands!—Psalm 90:17 NRSV

Can you imagine what an impact it would have on the world if everyone who follows Christ would wake up each morning and thank God for the gifts he or she has been given and ask for opportunities that day to use them for his glory?

I’m not saying this is always easy. The trouble is that some gifts receive immediate praise and recognition, and others don’t. We must keep in mind who we’re working for. If we’re dependent on the approval of others, life will be very discouraging. But if we wait only on the Lord, his love will uplift us no matter what. To God, there are no small jobs or menial tasks. He sees all the late night laundry and lunches packed. He sees the extra work your boss never credits you for. He sees it all.

As far as I am concerned, I work for God. He is my boss, and he is my King. So whether I am writing a book, recording a CD, speaking to thousands of women, or sitting in the carpool lane waiting to pick up my child, it doesn’t matter. No one thing that I am called to do is more important than another; all that matters is my heart.

—Sheila Walsh