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Colossians 3:23-24 · WEB
23Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men,
24knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord, Christ.
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Service and Hospitality: John Cassian on Serving with Right Intention
Teaching on Service and Hospitality from John Cassian: John Cassian on Serving with Right Intention
Service and Hospitality: John Chrysostom: You Are the Priest of Your Home
Teaching on Service and Hospitality from John Chrysostom: John Chrysostom: You Are the Priest of Your Home
Jiro Dreams of Sushi: Working as Unto the Lord (Colossians 3:23)
In Jiro Dreams of Sushi, 85-year-old Jiro Ono has made sushi for over sixty years. His restaurant has three Michelin stars. He still wakes early, still perfects his craft, still dreams of better sushi
Chariots of Fire: Ordered Work, Holy Rhythm - Anglican (Colossians 3:23-24)
In the heart of Scotland, there was a young man named Eric Liddell, a sprinter whose feet danced over the earth like the whispers of wind through the heather. As he prepared for the 1924 Paris Olympics, his days were...
Romero: Prophetic Work as Kingdom Work - Liberation (Colossians 3:23-24)
In the heart of El Salvador, amidst the vibrant colors of humble homes and the warmth of community gatherings, Archbishop Oscar Romero emerged as a beacon of hope during turbulent times. Picture him—dressed in a simple cassock, his brow furrowed...
Witness: Community Work as Community Worship - Anabaptist (Colossians 3:23-24)
Imagine a crisp autumn afternoon in rural Pennsylvania, the air tinged with the sweet scent of freshly cut hay. A diverse group of neighbors has gathered in a sprawling meadow, a patchwork of vibrant colors and laughter surrounding them. They...
Jesus Revolution: Marketplace Ministry - Charismatic (Colossians 3:23-24)
In the summer of 1970, a vibrant wave of faith swept across California, where Jesus People gathered not just in churches but on sun-soaked beaches, under the sprawling oak trees of parks, and in the cozy corners of coffee houses....
Chariots of Fire: Running for the Lord - Traditional (Colossians 3:23-24)
In the film *Chariots of Fire*, there’s a moment when the world fades away, the tension mounts, and you can almost hear the heartbeat of the crowd as the sprinter Eric Liddell prepares for a race. Picture this: the sun...
Hidden Figures: Excellence as Resistance - Black Church (Colossians 3:23-24)
In the film *Hidden Figures*, we meet three extraordinary women—Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson—who navigated the oppressive confines of a segregated NASA in the 1960s. Picture them, sitting shoulder to shoulder in a cramped office, their minds ablaze...
War Room: Spirit-Empowered Excellence - Pentecostal (Colossians 3:23-24)
In the bustling heart of a city, there lived a woman named Elizabeth, a dedicated real estate agent who had always pursued excellence in her work. Yet, despite her ambitions, she often felt overwhelmed—like a sailor navigating stormy seas without...
Facing the Giants: Personal Excellence as Personal Witness - Baptist (Colossians 3:23-24)
In the heart of a small town, a high school football coach named Grant Taylor found himself at a crossroads. The team, once a powerhouse, had dwindled into a shadow of its former self. The players lacked motivation, their spirits...
The Pursuit of Happyness: Work as Means of Grace - Wesleyan (Colossians 3:23-24)
In the heart of San Francisco, amidst the bustling streets filled with the hum of life, there lived a man named Chris Gardner. Picture him: a determined father, his brow furrowed with worry yet brightened by hope. He stood in...
The Mission: Mission Work as Kingdom Work - Missional (Colossians 3:23-24)
In the film *The Mission*, we are drawn into the lush, vibrant jungles of 18th-century South America, where Jesuit priests dedicate their lives to serving the Guaraní people. Picture Fr. Gabriel, a passionate Jesuit, his hands calloused from labor as...
Hidden Figures: Excellence Despite Injustice - Progressive (Colossians 3:23-24)
In the heart of NASA’s Langley Research Center during the 1960s, three remarkable women, Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson, forged their paths in a world that sought to confine them. Imagine Katherine, with her sharp pencil and tireless...
Amazing Grace: Political Work as Kingdom Work - Reformed (Colossians 3:23-24)
Imagine the bustling halls of the British Parliament in the late 18th century, filled with the clatter of boots on wooden floors, the rustle of parchment, and the passionate voices of men debating matters that could change the course of...
Babette's Feast: Cooking as Divine Service - Lutheran (Colossians 3:23-24)
Imagine a humble kitchen in a small, windswept village nestled between rolling green hills—this is the world of Babette, a refugee who has found sanctuary among a group of devout Scandinavian Lutherans. With the flicker of candlelight dancing off the...
The Letters: Daily Work as Daily Mass - Catholic (Colossians 3:23-24)
In the heart of Calcutta, amid the sweltering heat and the cacophony of bustling streets, Mother Teresa and her dedicated sisters found themselves in the midst of one of life’s most profound realities: the dying. Each day, they gathered in...
Andrei Rublev: Iconography as Divine Work - Orthodox (Colossians 3:23-24)
Imagine stepping into a dimly lit workshop in 15th-century Russia, where the air is thick with the scent of linseed oil and the faint sound of a brush gliding softly over a wooden panel. Here in this sacred space, Andrei...
Left Behind: Faithful Work Until He Comes - Dispensational (Colossians 3:23-24)
Imagine a bustling farm at the break of dawn, the gentle light cascading over the fields, revealing a hard day’s work ahead. In the midst of it all stands a farmer named Jake. He’s not just any farmer; he’s known...
The Passion of the Christ: Christ Who Worked as Carpenter - Christocentric (Colossians 3:23-24)
Imagine a small, sun-drenched village in Nazareth, where the scent of freshly cut wood mingles with the sound of children playing in the streets. In a modest workshop, surrounded by fragrant cedar and sturdy oak, we find a young man...
Stanley Hauerwas on Work in Community - Anabaptist (Colossians 3:23-24)
"Work 'as unto the Lord' means work that serves the community, not just individual gain. The church forms workers who value service over success, community over competition. Whatever you do, do it for
Bill Johnson on Kingdom Work - Charismatic (Colossians 3:23-24)
"Your workplace is kingdom territory! Work heartily—bring HEAVEN'S excellence! You're not just earning a paycheck; you're advancing the kingdom! When you work for Jesus, favor follows. Excellence for
T.D. Jakes on Anointed Work - Pentecostal (Colossians 3:23-24)
"Work HEARTILY—with all your passion, all your excellence, all your anointing! Your job is your ministry! The Spirit empowers not just preachers but plumbers, not just evangelists but engineers. Do yo
Tim Keller on Work as Mission Field - Missional (Colossians 3:23-24)
"Your workplace IS your mission field. Working as unto the Lord means excellence that witnesses, integrity that intrigues, service that points to Christ. Every job is full-time ministry when done for