Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Organizing as Worship

But everything should be done in a fitting and orderly way. I Corinthians 14:40


When Paul exhorted the Corinthians to do everything in a decent and orderly fashion, he was referring specifically to chaotic church services where people could not understand one another and spoke out of turn. This is a picture of what it is like when things are out of order and unsettled.

The principle behind Paul's exhortation can be applicable to how we order our lives. When we are scurrying around, breathless, we are not in a position to listen well to the Holy Spirit. When we don't respond in a timely way, we take a risk of damaging relationships. When we can't find things and run late, we may miss making a connection with someone or hearing a word of encouragement with a prepared heart.

So, as you organize your life little by little, perhaps by reading this blog weekly and taking steps to make changes one small step at a time, you are actually reflecting a God of order and beauty. When you de-junk that clothes closet, you are worshipping. When you reorganize that desk drawer, you are reflecting God. When you create a clean, uncluttered environment, you are putting aside weight that drags you down.

Cleaning and organizing are an act of worship. Do it with your heart, knowing you are showing God how much you love Him by taking care of what He has given you.
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