Is a Christian's work important?

Yes, all work matters; a person’s work is significant not only today but in eternity as well.

Briefly, work was one of the very first principles that God established for mankind (cf. Gen. 2:15). Even God works (John 5:17). “In all [our] toil there is profit” (Prov. 14:23). Working serves many purposes in our lives, and this not only a means of provision for our families (1 Thess. 3:10; cf. Prov. 12:11; 1 Tim. 5:8), but in giving us resources to share with others (cf. Eph. 4:28).

When considering our work there are some things to always bear in mind. Each of us has a calling, at times more than one. In 1 Corinthians 7:17-24 we observe that saints are:

• Called to God
• Called to work
• Called to contentment
• Called to faithfulness

We should always keep the above principles in mind, while taking pleasure (cf. Eccl. 3:13), praying (Psa. 90:17) and doing our work with all our might (Eccl. 8:10; 1 Thess. 4:11; cf. Prov. 10:4; 24:30-34).

In addition to God’s calling on our lives, we should also do all our work for the glory of God. In 1 Corinthians 10:31 Paul says, “So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God” (cf. 1 Cor. 16:14). He doubles down on this principle writing in Colossians 3:23, “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men” (cf. Prov. 16:3).

Every minute of our work matters and there are many other principles regarding our work. But while serving well in our calling(s), we should do so in a consciously Christian way by faithfully presenting Jesus to those all around us.