Is my work Kingdom work?
An existential question I am working through right now
At times, and I suspect this may be true for you, too, I find myself asking, “Is anything I am doing making the world a better place?”
As I am working on this newsletter I am asking myself this question.
And I truly believe that this is Kingdom work, work that is creating a net positive in the world.
But, a large portion of my work for my income does not have such a direct correlation.
I just got done working with kids at a very upscale gym, watching people’s kids while their parents are working out in the club.
And, there are days when my job does not feel like I am adding much value to the world.
Sure, there are plenty of arguments to be made one way or the other, but that isn’t the point is it?
The point is I am struggling to connect my work in wiping noses and making sure kids don’t hurt one another with any sort of lasting, Kingdom-building, type of work.
And if you are a stay at home parent, working in bank management, or unclogging toilets…you might be feeling like I am.
You might be asking yourself, “Is my work Kingdom work?”
And I’d like to think that all work that Christians do…is, in fact, Kingdom work. No matter how small or insignificant it might feel.
But, convincing ourselves of this fact, is…treacherous? I’m not sure that’s the word I want, but there it is.
And yet…”May your Kingdom come soon” is a part of The Lord’s Prayer that Jesus felt was important enough to make sure we pray it often and instruct us to pray every time we pray.
And, maybe, by praying that over and over, we can be reminded of our own work to bring that Kingdom sooner and sooner and sooner. In some small way.
My prayer for today
Our Father, help me understand how my work is directly affecting the coming Kingdom. Spirit, give me some gentle reminders that my work is worthwhile. Jesus, give me a heart to work to build your Kingdom. Amen.
Remember
Your work matters. That’s it. Keep praying “your kingdom come soon” and reflecting on what that means for your work, and you’ll see things moving into alignment.