What does it mean to always abound in the work of the Lord?

Alexander Strauch reminds us of the profound truth that being involved in the Lord's work is not reserved solely for church leaders or missionaries. It's a calling for every Christian. Reflecting on the man who founded their church, he notes the dedication and time invested in God's work, despite the individual's other commitments. The message is clear: the work of the Lord is rewarding, meaningful, and fulfilling, standing in contrast to the many meaningless pursuits that can occupy our time.

Strauch emphasizes that wherever God has placed us is exactly where we should be abounding in His work. This includes everyday tasks like raising children, maintaining a household, or fulfilling our duties at a regular job. These too are significant contributions to God's kingdom. The key is to be steadfast and immovable, understanding that even the seemingly mundane tasks are part of the divine calling and will be rewarded by God beyond our imagination.

1 Corinthians 15:58 (NKJV): "Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord."

The man who started our church exactly 60 years ago was quite a man. He had a job, he had a family, and yet the hours he put into our church were amazing. So at his funeral he wanted me to preach on this passage, always abounding in the work of the Lord. Well, here's what I want to say to you about this passage. It's a marvelous passage.

It's for every Christian, by the way. This isn't for just the elders and deacons. Every Christian is to be abounding in the work of the Lord. Here's what I want to say. The Lord's work is rewarding.

It's meaningful. It's fulfilling. There are so many things you can do in your life that are meaningless. You're just wasting the air you're breathing. But the Lord's work will last for eternity.

There is gold and silver and precious stones that God will call out of our life. And God is no man's debtor. Whatever you have done for the Lord or for the Lord's people, He is going to reward you beyond anything you can even imagine. And you're going to hear, well done, good and faithful service. So, be steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord.

Did I say always? Yes, I did. Always abounding in the work of the Lord. Did I say always? Yes, I did.

Always abounding in the work of the Lord. And may I say, so we don't get confused here, mothers taking care of children is the work of the Lord. It's not just missionaries going out in the field or a preacher preaching a servant. Cleaning the dishes, cleaning up the house, raising children is the work of the Lord. Going to work and providing for your family and your job may not be the most interesting one, but you're providing for your children and your family.

That's the work of the Lord. Wherever the Lord has you, that's the center of the bullseye. So it's important we understand that because we might think, oh well that's only for missionaries and full-time workers.