Work with Joy...as for the Lord!

            Have you had your Joy Juice today?  Whether you are planning to work or play, it’s just what you need!

            Yesterday, people all over our country celebrated Labor Day…a special day set aside to honor working men and women.  A hard day’s work is rewarding and is “right” in the eyes of the Lord.  It’s respectable to have a good “work ethic”. But as with anything, there should be balance.  Our work should never become more important that our relationship with God or our family. 

            Colossians 3:23 tells us to work “as for the Lord,”, but we should also find time to enjoy our loved ones.  Create memories which include lots of fun and laughter…as well as the value of hard work!

            One game that children always seem to enjoy is the simple game of “Chase”.  They squeal and laugh as they run and when they are caught, they are ready to do it all over again!   

            From the spiritual perspective, do you play chase with God?  HE doesn’t run from us. But sometimes do we find ourselves running from Him?  Maybe He has touched your heart to do something and you run because you don’t feel qualified or you are afraid of failure or of what others may think. Slow down by praying, reading the scripture and allowing Him to “catch” you in His loving arms of protection and guidance. James 4:8 (ESV) “Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you.”

           Let’s see who we can catch sharing the JOY of the LORD today!