What About You?

“In all the work you are given, do the best you can. Work as though you are working for the Lord, not any earthly master (Colossians 3:23 ERV).”

Many work at meaningless 9-5 jobs. Asked why they stick it out, they’re quick to explain.

‘It’s a living.’

That’s sad. They could find fulfillment through natural talents and God given gifts. Some do enjoy what they do, and it brings happiness to others. I knew such a man; his name was Carl Cox. His music was more than a pastime; it was a way of life. Carl died recently at the age of 81, and we were among the attendees at his memorial gathering of family and friends.

The ‘Little Jimmy Dickens’ of West Carroll Parish will not be forgotten.

Carl could have made a living in Nashville; he once had a chance but turned it down. Their loss was a gain for the ArkLaMiss. Carl is remembered for his guitar playing as well as the singing of Country Western classics. That’s not all. He had a way with cherished old hymns at a local cowboy church and once led the music at a biker’s church.

What about you?

You are special, and God has something special for you to do.

“God has made us what we are. In Christ Jesus, God made us new people so that we would spend our lives doing the good things he had already planned for us to do (Ephesians 2:10 ERV).”