Day 25: Colossians 3:23
Colossians 3:23
The Blueprint — The Verse
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters,
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The Context — The History
Paul wrote to Colossae, where many believers were slaves or workers under earthly masters. In a society where labor was often demeaning, Paul elevated every task as service rendered directly to Christ.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Colossians 3 instructs households on how new life in Christ reshapes relationships. Paul addresses wives, husbands, children, fathers, and slaves, calling all believers to wholehearted work as unto the Lord.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Colossians 3:22
22Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything; and do it, not only when their eye is on you and to curry their favor, but with sincerity of heart and reverence for the Lord.
Read the verse immediately before this lesson (Colossians 3:22) to hear the lead-in to the passage.
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Colossians 3:24
24since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.
Read the verse immediately after this lesson (Colossians 3:24) to continue the passage.
Discussion
- How would your work change if you saw your boss as Christ?
- What tasks feel too ordinary to offer to God?
- Where do you need to work with 'all your heart' this week?