What does God want me as a Christian to do?

His work.

“Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord” (1 Corinthians 15:58).

When I do the Lord’s work for Him, I’m not wasting my time.

What is the Lord’s work?

Making seeds grow. Keeping atoms from flying apart. Maintaining planetary orbits. Sustaining the animal kingdom. Deciding on the weather, then causing it.

I’m persuaded, though, that Paul didn’t have that in mind. I’m sure he meant what God does in the lives of people.

What can I do today in the lives of others?

Smile. Say something kind. Help with their work. Pray for them. Be cheerful. Compliment. Play with them. Show them the Way.

I wonder how many church services yesterday provided learning and comfort for everyone present.

“For ye may all prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be comforted” (1 Corinthians 14:31).

I’m sure this doesn’t mean that everyone present must speak.

It does seem to mean that when enough participate in this way, everyone will experience learning and encouragement.

Perhaps our services would become more helpful if we did things this way.

In the meantime, what’s to keep me from “prophesying” to one person or a small group after the service?

Just because I didn’t get up front to speak doesn’t mean I can’t offer some truth or blessing afterward.