It bothers me when Christians appear to see the vocations of pastors as the only holy noble work to pursue. I wonder why this is so prevalent in our churches today? Why is it that so many believe the lie of holy vocation is only in ministry?
I will grant the vocations of pastor, missionary, or evangelist are important noble positions. In fact, I would like Spurgeon say the position of pastor is higher than that of a king. However, that does not negate the importance of kingship. Christ is the King of kings as well as the Over-shepherd of shepherds. Don’t get it twisted. Kings are important. Shepherds or pastors are also important. This is what makes me want to insist upon the importance of the wide range of vocations. All work can be done for Christ. From the lowly to the lofty, all can give him glory.
I would that we all could see the importance of whatever work our hands finds to do. Nothing is too lowly or haughty that it cannot magnify the Lord in many ways. Working as unto the Lord is a basic command to all who are in Christ. In that simple understanding, so much can be done in faith. In faith you can be on time. In faith you can do good work. In faith you can meet deadlines. In faith you can budget. In faith you can take dominion.
In the posts to come I hope to lay out the importance of working unto Christ. Your vocation can be God’s work. Whatever your vocation, it can be a vocation of glory!
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