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Thank GO D its MONDAY

Aug. 23/24, 2014

Benefits of Work - Bob Merritt\

Introduction Most of us spend a third of our lives working. A recent Gallup poll found that more than 80 percent of people are dissatisfied with their jobs. But God says work is a gift, a blessing, and a good thing. Pastor Bob shared four benefits of work: money, skill development, opportunities and purpose. Even better, work allows others to see the work of Christ in you. Remember that and you’ll have a happier Monday!

Discussion Questions 1.

Pastor Bob talked about his first job as the helper to a paper boy. What is the first job you had?

2. One benefit of work is money. God gave you life, intelligence, and the strength to earn money. How do you honor God with your money? 3. You can find and develop your skills by working. List some of the skills you have learned from your previous and current jobs. 4. Read Proverbs 12:11. What does the author Solomon say about work? 5. The main purpose of your work is to show that Christ is at work in you. Has anyone ever asked you, “What do you have that I don’t?” Take some time to share how you responded or would respond.

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How can you let God’s love shine through you in the workplace this week?

Commit to Memory Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as if working for the Lord, not men. Colossians 3:23

KEY SCRIPTURE 2 Corinthians 9:7

Each person should give what they have decided in their heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. Proverbs 14:23

Hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads to poverty. Proverbs 13:11

Money from get-rich-quick schemes quickly disappears; wealth from hard work grows over time. Proverbs 12:11

He who works the land will have abundance, but he who chases fantasies lacks judgment. Colossians 3:23

Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as if working for the Lord, not men. 1 Peter 2:9

You are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.