SOME THINGS TO CONSIDER IN
CHOOSING A CAREER
I have many friends who are
today isolated from the people of God because of the careers they have chosen.
They are living in a place where there is no gospel ministry. Like
But for you, it is not too late. Many of you are
thinking about your career. Others of you may be thinking about making a
change. The carnally minded man, the man who lives for and loves this world, in
choosing a career considers that which will provide him with the greatest
wealth, comfort, and security. But you who trust Christ and endeavor to live
for his glory must consider things that are much more important. Here are three
things that you would be wise to consider in seeking a career:
1. WHAT IS BEST FOR MY SOUL?
If a career opportunity is
set before you which would take you away from the worship of Christ, the
ministry of the gospel, and the fellowship of the Lord's people, do not even
consider it. It is a snare of Satan. No matter how promising it may be, or how
lucrative the offer, if you value your soul, refuse such a career!
2. WHAT WILL EXPOSE NE
TO THE LEAST TEMPTATION AND SIN?
There are many legitimate forms of employment which are not suitable
for the children of God, simply because they expose you to much temptation and
sin. A wise man stays as far away from danger as he can. Only a fool plays upon
the dangerous precipice.
3. WHAT WILL GIVE ME THE BEST
Nothing should be of greater importance to you who
believe than these things. The Lord has not left us here in this world to
collect gold, but to serve him, to enjoy him, and to glorify him. Seek these
things first; and all that you need will be given to you. We are not citizens
of this world, but strangers and pilgrims passing through it. Let us live as
such. Nothing is more important in this life than for us to do the will of the
Lord our God. And you cannot do the will of God if you choose a career that
removes you from every means and opportunity of grace.