Work For Food And Wealth
Saturday, September 20, 2025Key Verse
“For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat” (2 Thessalonians 3:10).
Text — 2 Thessalonians 3:6-10
Message
Apostle Paul challenged the Thessalonian church to follow his example; though a very busy itinerant preacher, he also worked to feed himself and not to be a burden on them. He was not comfortable being dependent on other people for food and wellbeing. He made use of his skill as a tent-maker to work and make a living. Christian youths should acquire one or more of the following skills for application when opportunity arises – hair cutting, hairdressing, photography, plumbing, carpentry, fashion designing, cobbling, digital marketing and so on to earn income while schooling or waiting for admission.
God hates laziness and idleness. Moreover, it is quite necessary to maintain a regular prayer life on a daily basis so that God will continue to order your steps, whether in acquiring new skills, developing your skills or bringing customers who are ready to pay for your services or products. Even though you start in a small way, God shall enlarge your coast with time. Be a friend of Jesus so that He can inspire and equip you with needed skills.
Quote
God hates laziness and idleness
Challenge
Don’t be slothful.
Prayer for today
O Lord, give me the grace to acquire profitable skills.