https://odb.org/2024/01/04/the-quiet-breakfast-guy
Work hard, mind your own business, and live out your faith as we wait for Christ to come again. That is the theme of Paul’s message to the Thessalonians. He backed it up with his own life example; he himself worked hard night and day so as to preach to them without burdening the church. In a way, Paul is a perfect example of a lay church leader, working hard in the world to earn his own living while allocating enough time to provide spiritual guidance and input to the congregation. The church remains a support, whether for financial or spiritual needs, but he himself does not add stress to the system.
Quiet faithfulness is an aspiration. We do our thing in the world. Diligently and faithfully. No drama. No fireworks. There is no need to be emotional over things. We just do our job. If you’re a manager or team leader, what you will dread most is the need to deal with human relationship issues. He said something wrong. She said something too loud. He got offended. She was irritated. Less of that and just get on with the work. That’s what we need when working. Surprisingly, also in the church. Less human infractions, the better. Conflicts and disagreements can not be avoided, but the less, the better.
Quiet faithfulness at work, in ministry, and in living out the faith. We do our part and let others do theirs. There is no need to draw attention to ourselves. The Lord will reward us one day. He sees our dedication and commitment to the cause. To righteousness and His Word. We do our best not to conform to the pattern of this world but be transformed by the renewing of our minds so that we may test (experience) and approve (agree to) the good and perfect will of God.
My prayer for myself and everyone is that we will all work hard, be good at what we do while living out our faith in order that our lives reflect the glory of God. Be the pillar of strength and source of encouragement wherever we are as Jesus is with us. We will have the favour of God, and everyone around us will be blessed.
Ronnie's Thoughts 