Day 296. What does this commandment teach you about work? (2025)

Today is day 296 and we are studying The Fourth Commandment.

296. What does this commandment teach you about work?

My work is a gift of God that can grant me provision and satisfaction, and serve the common good, but it neither defines my life nor rules over it. I am thereby freed from resentment and sloth to work diligently and with joy for God’s glory. (Genesis 2:15; Exodus 20:9–11; Psalm 128; Proverbs 6:6–11; 12:11–14; 16:3; Ephesians 4:28; Colossians 3:23–24)

We will conclude today by praying Part II of Canticle 10 found on page 87 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).

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