How Do You Work?

Work with enthusiasm, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.

Ephesians 6:7

I've mentioned before, once or twice, that I have the honor and privilege of serving some of the weirdest, stubborn, collection of oddballs God brought together under the banner of the Richland County Sheriff's Department.  I have watched this family come together to support one another in times of grief and pain, and I have been part of this same family praying for each other. 

One of the things that stands out about those who are part of this family, is the enthusiasm with which they go about their duties!  True, every single one will have those "wilderness" times when things just get all out of whack, and these are the times we need to step back and regroup.

I always look forward to Fridays to see the photos of the Deputies giving the children High-Fives as they enter the schools.  The smiles and enthusiasm are addictive and contagious!  

Let me put a different perspective on this: When I am enthusiastic about a what I get to do, my day FLIES by!  When I am not so enthused (having to sit in endless meetings, classes, etc.) then my day drags!  Two options to the same 9 hours each day.  

What good is it to try to impress enough to get another certificate or trophy or some trinket?  They only represent moments in time.  When we remember that we work for God then it's His reward we will receive which will represent our entire life's work for all eternity!  Which would you prefer?