In what ways can we "do all things well" in our daily lives? Scripture Focus “People were utterly astonished and said, ‘He has done all things well. He makes even the deaf hear and the mute speak!’” — Mark 7:37 Seeing Jesus Do All Things Well • In this scene Jesus instantly restores hearing and speech—no partial healing, no lingering weakness. • The crowd’s declaration is sweeping: “all things.” His excellence encompasses every act, great or small. • Because Scripture presents Him as the flawless pattern for life (1 Peter 2:21), His example is both our model and our motivation. Why It Matters for Us • Believers are being conformed to Christ’s image (Romans 8:29). If He does all things well, He intends the same quality in His people. • Our works showcase God’s character to a watching world (Matthew 5:16). Doing things well makes the gospel credible. • Excellence brings reward and eternal significance (1 Corinthians 3:13-14). Practical Ways to Do All Things Well 1. Wholehearted Work – “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord … ” (Colossians 3:23-24). – Approach each assignment—household chores, spreadsheets, sermons—as service rendered directly to Christ. 2. Spirit-Empowered Effort – “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.” (Philippians 4:13) – Invite the Spirit’s enabling before tasks begin; lean on Him midstream; thank Him afterward. 3. Faithful Stewardship of Gifts – Identify talents God has entrusted (Romans 12:6-8); develop them through study, practice, mentoring. – Use skills to bless people, not to build ego. 4. Integrity in the Small Things – Jesus said, “Whoever is faithful with very little will also be faithful with much.” (Luke 16:10) – Return the overpaid change, proofread the email twice, arrive on time. 5. Loving Relationships – Excellence is hollow without love (1 Corinthians 13:1-3). – Speak truth graciously, listen attentively, forgive quickly. 6. Order and Beauty – God’s creations display symmetry and purpose (Genesis 1). Reflect His nature in tidy spaces, well-crafted projects, thoughtful presentations. 7. Perseverance Under Pressure – “Let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due time we will reap…” (Galatians 6:9). – Keep standards high even when unnoticed or exhausted; excellence proven in trials glorifies God most. Guardrails for Excellence • Guard against perfectionism that fuels anxiety or pride; our aim is faith-filled obedience, not self-salvation. • Rest is part of doing things well (Mark 6:31); honor Sabbath rhythms to sustain quality long-term. • Measure success by faithfulness and Christ-likeness, not solely by outcomes or applause. Encouragement from Other Passages • 1 Corinthians 10:31 — “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God.” • Ephesians 2:10 — “We are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.” • Proverbs 22:29 — “Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will stand before kings…” Takeaway The One who “has done all things well” now lives in us. As we rely on His strength, cultivate His character, and pursue His glory, we too can walk into each moment—ordinary or extraordinary—and do all things well. |
    |