Gospel @ Work

by Pastor Calvin Lee

On Sunday, the church gathers. But from Monday to Saturday the church scatters

Daniel 6:1-2

We are to go as He went to penetrate human society, to mix with unbelievers....
- John Stott -

Powerful lessons that we can learnt from Daniel's life :
(1) Be Devoted (Daniel 1:8)
(Person) We must be reminded our primary calling is relationship to God, know and experience, serve and worship Jesus more.
(Purpose) Where you are may not be where you want to be but it's where the Lord in His sovereignty allows you to be there... therefore submit and surrender to God and ask how you can fulfill God's purpose for you while you are there.

(2) Be Dedicated (Daniel 2:48; Daniel 6:3)
Daniel stood out by his :
- Excellent Attitude
- Exceptional Qualities
- Exemplary Work Life

(3) Be Different (Daniel 6:4-5)
"We cannot make a difference if we are not different"
"It is our works that matters most, not words"

"Being different doesn't mean we must always be holy holy. We are not holy. In fact, we have many holes. We are holy because of the grace of God. Change is the word that makes us different. That change itself becomes the testimonial to others in our lives. We are not perfect, in fact we are all very imperfect. People says Christian are hypocrite, tell them there is room for one more. Jesus says only the sick requires to see the doctor. We are all sick people that's why we go to the church. Don't put up a front, be real. Meet your shortcomings, say sorry. Be humble to people around you. Show others that we are all constantly santified by the works of the holy spirit.

(4) Be Determined (Daniel 6:10; Colossians 4:2-6)
Prayer & Posture

BE WISE in the way you act towards outsiders. Learn to engage them. Bear in mind you have a purpose and a plan.

BE DISCERNING. Make the most of every opportunity.

BE GRACIOUS IN YOUR SPEECH. Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt.