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Not every job feels like a dream. Some roles wear us down with repetition. Others seem misaligned with our passions or gifts. But even in those seasons, something sacred can be forming in us. When our labor feels disconnected, the deeper invitation is to ask: What kind of person is this shaping me to become? Work isn’t just about what we produce—it’s about who we’re becoming through the process.
Even mundane work can be meaningful when we do it with faith. Like a farmer who plows patiently before the harvest, we’re invited to trust that the discipline we develop today is preparing us for fruitfulness tomorrow. We’re not working for empty outcomes—we’re working for the One who created us with purpose.
“We are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works.” (Ephesians 2:10 ESV)
God designed you for more than survival. Your work is not an afterthought—it’s a part of your calling. Even when it feels small or unseen, faithfulness builds a foundation for greater impact. Jesus said the harvest is plentiful. But it’s the willing laborers—the ones who show up with open hands and surrendered hearts—who get to take part in the joy of the harvest.
“The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few.” (Luke 10:2 ESV)
“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 ESV)
Let your work, however ordinary, reflect the extraordinary love of Christ. Align what you do with who you are in Him. When you labor in love, you become part of something bigger than any job title or task list.
Spiritual Move: Small Groups — Build bonds with others who are also seeking purpose. Join or lead a group that encourages growth, service, and community. We’re not meant to work alone.
Journaling Prompt: How does your current work—whether in a job, home, or ministry—align with the purpose God has for you? What steps can you take to deepen that alignment and involve others in a shared sense of mission?
Move It: Work today with your whole heart—faithfully, thankfully, and alongside others. Let love guide your labor.