Dear Young Christian:
For many of you, school has either started again or will start very shortly. As studies begin once more it is good to keep in mind the verses that tell us, “Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as unto the Lord” (Colossians 3:23), and also, “Whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10:31). Yes, even our studies should be done “heartily” to the best of our ability, and for the Lord’s honor and glory. This renders a good testimony as a believer.
On the other hand, we want to be careful not to let our school work so overwhelm us that we have no time for the Lord. Solomon said, “Of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh” (Ecclesiastes 12:12). But there is one study that we never want to let up on or grow weary of. Paul said to Timothy, “Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth” (2 Timothy 2:15). It takes constant diligence to live for the Lord and grow in our spiritual understanding.
Your Christian Friend,
Jim Hyland
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