Scripture of the Week:
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”
— Colossians 3:23 (NIV)
Devotional:
Who are you really working for?
It’s a question we don’t always stop to ask. Most of us strive to do a good job for our boss, meet the expectations of clients, or gain the respect of colleagues. And those are good things. But if we’re not careful, we start performing for applause—rather than living for an audience of One.
Paul’s words in Colossians 3:23 remind us that no matter who signs our paycheck, we ultimately work for the Lord. That means excellence isn’t about being impressive—it’s about being faithful. We’re called to give our best not because someone is watching, but because God is always worthy of our best.
Whether you’re leading a team, answering phones, creating strategies, or stocking shelves, your work, when done with the heart of excellence for God, holds eternal significance.
Why Pursuing Excellence for God Matters
✅ It Honors God’s Character
God is excellent in all He does. When we reflect that excellence through our work—done with integrity, diligence, and care—we point others to Him.
✅ It Builds a Witness Without a Word
Excellence stands out in a workplace filled with mediocrity and shortcuts. People notice when someone consistently delivers quality without complaining, cutting corners, or seeking attention.
✅ It Frees Us from Approval Addiction
When you work for an audience of One, you no longer live and die by the opinions of others. You do your best, leave the results to God, and walk in peace.
✅ It Deepens Your Joy
There’s deep satisfaction and joy in knowing you’ve poured your heart into something—not for the spotlight, but because God is worthy of your whole-hearted effort.
A Story to Carry with You:
A friend of mine worked in a role that felt, to him, thankless and unseen. His boss rarely acknowledged his work. Promotions passed him by. But he made a quiet decision to give his very best anyway—because he believed he wasn’t working for people, but for God.
Years later, that quiet faithfulness opened doors he never could have planned—both professionally and spiritually. But more than that, he had peace. He knew he had offered every task as worship, done with excellence for God.
This Week’s Challenge:
Before you begin each task, whisper a simple prayer:
“Lord, I offer this work to You.
Help me to do it with excellence—not for applause, but for Your glory.”
Whatever your job title, remember: you serve the King.
Excellence for an audience of One is worship in motion.
Reflection Verse for the Week:
“Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will stand before kings…”
— Proverbs 22:29 (ESV)
