Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28
Today is Labor Day in the U.S. It is a day known for taking a break from work. For most Americans, it means family BBQs, swim time, beach time, shopping time or camping time.
Labor Day traditionally marks the end of summer. It also typically means back to school and back to football season.
The end of another summer season is here. Before we know it, Christmas will be here and 2021 will be history. How has your year measured up so far? How has your “work” for the Lord ?
Now is as good of time as any to examine how each one of us is doing – how much are we listening to God by reading His word? How many times have we shared the gospel message? How are the things we do and the choices we make reflecting God’s glory and brining Him honor? Today I just want to share a few passages from Scripture that might be able to encourage you as you move forward the last few months of this year:
Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain. 1 Corinthians 15:58
Do not work for the food that perishes, but for the food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give to you. For on him God the Father has set his seal. John 6:27
We must work the works of him who sent me while it is day; night is coming, when no one can work. John 9:4
And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. Colossians 3:17
Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men. Colossians 3:23
Happy Labor Day. I hope you will find some time today to simply rest in the comfort of God’s word. Let is refresh and satisfy you.
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