There is always something which needs to be done. The Bible commands us to labor six days and rest on the seventh. But all too often we ignore that command and labor when we should be resting. If the pipe bursts, there is snow which piles up, the boss calls with an urgent request, or waiting a full day to fix the problem would turn the problem into a disaster, we have no choice but to make our rest day into a work day.
And what about the holiday of Labor Day itself when we are to rest and honor the efforts of American workers throughout our history. While many people are relaxing at the lake, or beach or just enjoying a paid day away from their job, most people are laboring around the house and needing Tuesday to recover from their day of rest. I had to repair a screen door closer, make a temporary fix to a muffler extension pipe, get a door to latch more effectively, hang a large picture, and do two loads of laundry. It was work, but it was all to help make our coming days of rest more enjoyable and comfortable.
Happy Labor Day, but most of all thanks to all those who work when we are resting, to those who are the "first responders", disaster relief, health professionals, public safety workers, defend us from those who wish us ill, and all who contribute to making our lives a little more comfortable. In fact, thank you to everyone who helps someone else, who does the right thing and tries to brighten up the darkness which has become so much a part of our life. And.......Thank You to The One Who is always at work, or on call. Thank You, Lord.
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