Make ready wherewith I may sup, and gird thyself, and serve Me…and afterward thou shalt eat and drink. Luke 17:8

There is a saying that we all may have heard, “Live for the weekend.” After a full week of work, one may want to come home to relax, refresh and enjoy themselves. The thought of taking a well-earned break once the duties are fulfilled is reasonable. Yet for some, the workday has no end, and weekends never come. While continuous work may sound draining and disheartening for some, to others it is their delight, their devotion, and dedication for living. They live to serve and appreciate those for whom they love. The scripture passage illustrates for us the life of a devoted servant to his Master. The duty of the devoted servant is to serve the Master and care for His good pleasure. The devoted servant dedicates themselves to the Master without concern for their own well-being because the Master is good and “He cares for you” (1 Pet 5:7). Dear friend, God is good and will care for “all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus” (Phil 3:19). When you become tired and are tempted to relax from your service to the Lord, hear Him say “gird thyself, and serve Me…afterward thou shalt eat and drink.” We have the awesome privilege to serve our Lord and be part of his Kingdom work. Never forget that our service is to the Lord and not to men. When our work on earth is done, we will see our Savior face to face and hear Him say, “well done, good and faithful servant…enter into the joy of thy Lord” (Mt 25:23). My friend, be diligent to serve the Lord. Prepare a feast of obedient faith, unfailing love, enduring joy and make melody in your heart with songs and praise. Make Him the delight of your day “and He shall give you the desires of your heart” (Ps 37:4). What are you living for? For the weekend? Or for worship? Father, thank You for the privilege to serve You and delight in Your Kingdom work. Help me to always be faithful until the Day of Jesus Christ. I praise You and adore You. In the blessed Name of Jesus. Amen.