HAPPY WORKER
So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God. – 1 Corinthians 10:31
Vic was a messenger in the company I used to work for. He was a quiet man who would not say anything unless you spoke to him. However, he never failed to greet us “good morning” every day with a smile.
One time I had the chance to talk to Vic about his family life. I learned that he was the only one earning a living for his young family, and though he barely made ends meet with his little salary, his aging parents relied on him, too.
Behind the smiles, the man had a tough life. How remarkable, I thought, because not once did I hear Vic complain about anything. Rain or shine he went out to run errands. He was dedicated to his job and he did everything with delight.
How do we, who may be more blessed in life, compare to Vic? Do we go about our day whining about trivial matters? Do we complain when our workload gets heavier? Do we complain about our salary even though life is comfortable enough for us? Let’s be happy workers in God’s field.
Let’s do everything with delight for His glory. Nova Arias (nova.svp@gmail.com)
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REFLECTION:
Life is God’s gift to us. How we live our lives is our gift to God.
Teach me to delight in You. May everything I do glorify You, my God.
St. Apollonia, pray for us.
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