“Work is Good”

You’ve probably heard the common axioms, “we work to live” or “we live to work”. Looking into what the Proverbs has to say about work, we can see that both of these philosophies are false. Work is not merely a means to live—it’s a way for you to reflect the image of God that’s in you. To work is to use your God-given time, talents, and opportunities to contribute and show the world God’s love. But on the other hand, if you live to work, then you’ve misplaced work as your master. If you live solely to please your boss, to earn more money, or to chase after success, you might be pursuing the wrong thing. Work is good, but it isn’t God. So do your work with diligence, and pour yourself into whatever you do to glorify God.