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Labor Day - What It Really Means Sep 03 2012
"So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." - 1 Corinthians 10:31
The story is told of a woman who cleaned the same office building for many years. When asked how she endured the drudgery of doing the same chores day in and day out, she replied, “It’s not drudgery. I’m working for the King and He’s pleased, (along with others) when I do my best.” This woman found the secret to meaningful work.
How about you? When was the last time you found joy in your work? The Bible gives us a key, “Whatever you do, do all for the glory of God.” When we work for the Lord and to serve other people, any honorable work has meaning.
It all depends on your attitude. Are you anticipating another day of drudgery? If so, that’s probably what you’ll get. But if you’re planning to live this day to please God and to serve your fellow man, you may be surprised at how the drudgery is replaced by joy and meaning.
So, on this special day, Labor Day, when we honor our working men and women, it is my prayer that you will find the secret to meaningful work.
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Yes, report it NevermindWhat does "our working men and women" refer to? I think it was originally a union thing, but I'm not sure
Certainly today it could reflect a division between those who work (pull the cart and pay taxes) and those who are on the dole (ride in the cart).
In my younger days, I worked every Labor Day, because I had to open my store. Thanksgiving and just about every other holiday, for that matter.
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Yes, report it NevermindGrant,
When I ran my Construction Company, I worked every Labor Day, and even New Years. I worked Labor Day because it was the labor that paid my bills. You and I both know that when you run your own company, you have to work days ike this, or else someone else will get the work and besides that, you pay your share and it seem like many other people's share of taxes. I even went to the unemployment office trying to hire help, and was told that I had to leave because I was embarresing the people. Now it makes me very upset to see people who can work, not interested in trying to find a job, just so they can get a check and sit at home. Oh well, what do you do? Have a great week!