September 28: Whatever You Do at Work

Monday morning. Back to the job. The same coworkers, the same pressures, the same boss. Does God care about any of this?

Paul says that whatever you do, in word or in deed, do all of it in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.

Whatever you do. That includes answering emails, fixing machines, stocking shelves, driving a truck, sitting in meetings. God isn’t only interested in Sunday. He cares about Monday morning too.

For many people in recovery, work is where living amends happen most. Your drinking probably cost your workplace something. Missed days. Poor work. Broken trust. Some direct amends at work may need to be made, carefully, after talking with your sponsor or pastor. But much of the repair happens through how you work now.

Doing your work in Jesus’ name means doing it honestly. Not padding hours. Not cutting corners. Not blaming others for your mistakes. It means treating coworkers with respect, even difficult ones. It means being someone people can count on.

It also means giving thanks. That’s the part people forget. Work stress can make you bitter. Grumbling is easy. But Paul says to give thanks through all of it. Thank God that you have a job. Thank Him for the coworker who helped you. Thank Him for the ability to do your work sober.

Work stress is still real. If your job is wearing you down, don’t just push through it alone. Talk to your sponsor. Watch your sleep and your eating. Leave work at work when you can. Stress that isn’t dealt with can push you toward a drink.

But today, start small. Do one thing at work in Jesus’ name. Do it well. Say thank you.

One thing today

Before you start work, pray one sentence: “Lord, I’m doing this for You today.” Then thank God out loud for one thing about your job.

A prayer

Lord Jesus, I want to do my work in Your name. Help me be honest, patient and thankful at my job today. Let my work be part of making things right. Amen.

Living amends at work are part of Step Nine.

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