Work is Good

Scott Beyer
03/02/23 - Bulletin

“For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, if any will not work, neither let him eat.” (2 Thess 3:10)

Hunger is the best seasoning to a meal, the greatest motivator to success, and the best antidote to laziness.

There is nothing wrong with doing without and being poor.  The world would probably be a better place in some respects if we weren’t always handed things but instead had to work for them.  Prosperity of the body can lead to poverty of the soul.

You do a man a favor when you let him earn his keep instead of treating him like he is capable of nothing other than welfare.  Nothing wrong with helping people back on their feet, but we do well to remember that they can stand on their own two feet once they’re there.  Work gives us dignity.

“A worker’s appetite works for him, for his hunger urges him on.” (Pr 16:26)

Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites

Today’s Reading: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18

Questions to ask:

1. How is Paul feeling as he writes today’s passage? What is his mood?
2. What are the central themes in Paul’s preaching and teaching which are being emphasized, or how are the central themes in this epistle being emphasized in today’s reading?
3. How does our reading show Paul’s people skills, especially how he handles conflict?
4. What in this passage would change the lives of the believer(s) being addressed? How does it make me a better disciple?
5. How does this show the “good news” of the gospel? How can I share that with someone else?

This year, #Biblebites are following the life and writings of Paul.  If you would like a copy of the reading schedule, you can view it here: https://eastlandchristians.org/news-events/2023-vision

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