Are you working your "land?"


Proverbs 28:19--For those of us who aren't farmers or gardeners, what can "working the land" mean to us?

Simply, it means we do the work we're responsible for--what we're given to do. And in that process, make the best use of our resources to accomplish it.

When we put on the apron, we smile and take the food order with gratitude--even during the lunch hour. We put on the coveralls and pay attention when the customer tries to describe the odd noise his vehicle is making.


It's looking in the fridge and pantry at dinner time and making the best with what's there rather than running for take-out.

Sounds a lot like stewardship. How? If we believe the LORD has given us the "land"--whatever that may represent--then "working" it well is our honor as well as responsibility.

To spend our emotions and time trying to run after something He didn't give us is not only foolish, it's a bit rude.

While our "land" may not be glamorous or enviable, it's what we've been given for such a time as this. But, remember when we're good stewards of the small things, He'll give us more. (Luke 16:12--"Now if you have not been trustworthy with what belongs to another, who will give you anything of your own?")

May we work our land, my friends.

Proverbs 28:19--Whoever works his land will be satisfied with food, but whoever chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty. Tree of Life Bible Society Tree of Life Version - TLV #tlvbible #tlvproverbs

[WATCH MONDAY through FRIDAY LIVE at 8:30EST, Tree of Life Bible Society's CEO, Daniah Greenberg and me, Terri Gillespie dig a little deeper with the book of Proverbs. Watch previous episodes there as well. Stay wise, my friends!]

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