...than our job choice. More than the career in which we spend most of our waking hours working. We are made for more than punching in, working, and punching out. Our identity is not what we do to provide for ourselves. It can only be found in the One who created us.
We were primarily made for fellowship with God. Yes, with instructions to care for the land around us (Gen 2:15). However, like most things humans get a hold of, we took it to the extreme.
In today's society one of the first things you learn about someone is what their career is. Then the concepts of position in the family, if you will. Tack on a list of hobbies, TV shows and various activities we participate in. When really someone wanting to learn about us is really looking to learn what traits we have.
While common interests, jobs, ect are great places to start a relationship. It's mutual sharing of heart issues that strengthens a relationship. This is something a lot of relationships lack.
Likewise, our purpose and worth aren't tied to actions. Not in the meetings we attend. Not in the deeds we do. Not in how we choose to spend our "free" time. Both of these things rest in who God says we are and who He created us to be.
When all is said and our days on earth are done, God's not going to be as concerned with what we were involved in. It's a sure bet, He'll be more interested in how we loved those he gave us. How well we reflect His being to those around us. As well as, and most importantly, our relationship with Him day in and day out.
Without a close walk with God, time in His word, Scripture placed in our heart, and worship as a lifestyle, everything else we give time and attention to is meaningless.
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