Entrusting Your Work To God

“Master,” Simon replied, “we worked hard all last night and didn’t catch a thing. But if you say so, I’ll let the nets down again.”

Luke 5:5

THE APOSTLE PETER WAS tired from a long night of fishing with no catch, but at Jesus’ request, he put his boat out a bit from shore. As the crowds drew near, the staple of Peter’s livelihood became a floating pulpit from which Jesus preached the Word of God.

It’s not just those in full-time ministry who are called to serve Jesus at work. Believers in every career imaginable who are willing to push out a little bit from shore can have an impact on their world for the Kingdom. All it takes is a surrendered heart, the faith to believe that God is working with you and through you, and the knowledge that what you’re doing matters. First Corinthians 15:58 says, “So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.” This refers to ministry, but all work can be done as unto the Lord (Colossians 3:23).

After speaking to the crowds, Jesus told Peter to go out into deep water one last time for a catch. Peter, an experienced fisherman, had just spent a fruitless night on the lake. On top of that, he had just cleaned his nets.

But to Peter’s credit, he trusted Jesus with his work life—every last bit of it. The result was a catch so big that the nets began to tear and the boats began to sink. Trust Jesus with your career, let down the nets, and serve Him even at work. He is good!

BOTTOM LINE

Your job can further God’s Kingdom and lead you into a deeper relationship with Jesus. Make sure you bring the right attitude of faith to it.

Moment of Strength: Colossians 3:23-24