2nd Chronicles 32:20-21. “And for this cause Hezekiah the king, and the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz, prayed and cried unto heaven. And the Lord sent an angel, which cut off all the mighty men of valour, and the captains in the camp of the king of Assyria.” IN EVERY WORK. “Is it good” is a fundamental question to ask before taking an action. It will be if it can bless God and others, and not lead to some distraction. Good works are needed as a testimony that God’s people are doing what is right. Good words are important, for people need to know the difference between darkness and light. Good thoughts are needed because they lead to actions and then words that are used to explain – What God’s intention is when we labor and give, that others might believe on His name.
“Is it right” is a legitimate question to ask when decisions have to be made. It should be in our minds when we work, or travel or engage in our trade. Covetousness can raise its ugly head when opportunities before us arise – And we see the possibility of success or claiming some worldly prize. But God looks on, and so do others, many who do not know the Lord. Their opinion of God will be influenced by me, and if I do business as I should.
“Is it true” affects many because many half truths have hindered what God intends. To lie to another though it may seem so small, leads to very bad ends. People have a right to expect that one who is saved can be trusted to tell the truth. A man’s message is valueless if people think his word has very little worth. Sometimes a simple word in season can produce a great benefit. There can be great value if my word can be trusted and people depend on it.
When we do with our heart what God has called us to do, there is a sense of reality. In every work we put our hand unto others have a right to see – We mean what we say, we are doing with our heart our work as to unto the Lord. The day is ahead when life’s labor is finished, and then we’ll receive the reward For not holding back even when we lack the skills that others have. God prospers those with spiritual blessings who use the gifts that He gave.
“These lessons I learn Father, from those who rose to effective leadership in times when there was so much wrong, encourages me to not be careless or lax in what I have been called to. Keep me, I pray, from foolishness, carelessness and neglect. Help me to rise up to meet the needs I see and address myself to them rather than expect others to do them. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”