A Case for Diligence

Daily Scripture Threshing for Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Today's Text: Colossians 3:18-25

Key Verse: Colossians 3:23 (ESV): "Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men."

Today's text is set in the context of Paul's letter to the Colossian church, where he encourages believers to live a life worthy of the Lord. Paul reminds us that whatever we do, we should do it with all our heart, as if we are doing it for the Lord Himself. The importance of doing our work with excellence and dedication can never be overemphasized. As followers of Christ, we are called to be faithful stewards of the gifts and talents God has given us (Matthew 25:14-30). Whether we are working in our careers, serving in our communities, or simply doing our daily tasks, we should strive to do our best, knowing that we are ultimately serving the Lord.

While reflecting on the value of hard work and dedication, Martin Luther said that "the Christian's calling is not just to do great things, but to do small things with great love." To him, it's not just about achieving great results, but about cultivating a heart of faithfulness and obedience to God. If you ever felt like your work or daily tasks were insignificant or unimportant, remember that God sees everything you do, and He values your faithfulness and obedience. In the midst of your daily tasks, remember that you are serving the Lord, and that He will reward your efforts.

Lastly, today's meditation calls on us on the value of dedication. History is replete with examples of individuals who embodied this trait. Thomas Edison, for instance, conducted over 10,000 experiments before perfecting the light bulb, refusing to accept failure. Similarly, Plato rewrote the opening sentence of his iconic Republic nine times, while Cicero honed his oratory skills for 30 years. Noah Webster devoted 36 years to crafting his dictionary, crossing the Atlantic twice in pursuit of perfection. Literary giants like Milton, Gibbon, and Bryant also exemplified unwavering dedication, often rising early and rewriting tirelessly to produce masterpieces. As the Bible admonishes, "Whatever your hands find to do, do it with all your might" (Ecclesiastes 9:10). By embracing this mindset, we can unlock our full potential and create lasting legacies.

Action Steps: Ask God to give you a heart of faithfulness and obedience, that you may do your work with excellence and dedication. Focus on the value of hard work and dedication, knowing that you are ultimately serving the Lord. Share your faith with others through your work and daily tasks, that they may see Christ in you. Surround yourself with supportive fellow believers who can encourage and strengthen you in your faith.

Quote for the Day: "If we work with our hands when our hearts belong to God. Whatever we do is then with all our heart as if it is all for the Lord Himself." (Simon Olatunji #quotablequote)

Let Us Pray: Dear Heavenly Father, I come before You today, asking for a heart of faithfulness and obedience. Help me to do my work with excellence and dedication, knowing that I am ultimately serving You. Give me opportunities to share my faith with others through my work and daily tasks. Surround me with supportive fellow believers who can encourage and strengthen me in my faith — in Jesus's most glorious name. Amen.

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Thank you for being part of this journey. For additional reading on today's meditation, read: Psalm 90:17; Proverbs 22:29; and 1 Corinthians 10:31.

With all my love and prayers,

Rev Simon Wale Olatunji, Ph.D.

Your Darling Bishop (DaBishop)

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