Work or Worship?

Q: Some people have asked me if it is ok to just listen to solid reputable sermons online instead of going to church? *Usually this comes from those who work on Sunday either saying it is the schedule the boss put them on (such as truck and delivery drivers, food service, or emergency service employees), or to make extra money getting paid double time.


A: The core of their problem is a heart issue. What is more important? Obeying God and worshipping together as a local congregation or money at your job? Because the truth is these folk are prioritizing money (and possibly greed) over obeying God. God will always provide for us but we need to be at church on Sunday.

For very few it is a hand to mouth situation by having that job. For the majority it is about accumulating money to have this and that [wants not needs].

Change is needed.

For some this might involve some sacrifice [such as in non USA countries (because in US we have religious rights carved into our Constitution)]. For those in USA there is no excuse. You certainly can 1. Set the precedent in your job application,  2. Turn in a notice to your boss that you are not available on Sunday due to religion, for religious excemption. It is that simple.

You can also do a side job if you have few work hours during the week and are losing out on needed income that you had been getting by working Sunday, or to help you have enough for the bare basics.

You can also change the company you work for. There are options.

People just choose to prioritize money over God and choose to think they are reliant on themselves to make money when God is the one who provides for us.

[You can sell some of your stuff or property to help in the transition period, don't cling to your stuff - cling to God.]

God also built into the church a community who helps one another and that includes helping find jobs, some side jobs, or help with financial assistance for those in need. *Not to be misused or abused, (as God will judge those wicked ones), but to help you a bit during your transition to a change. [Action is needed over laziness. God knows so don't try to scam or milk a situation]. 

So all of that to say....you are NOT alone, and shouldn't think that you are. You also as a believer cannot live with a pride attitude but must have a humble one and truthful. God wants to help his children and we must be seeking that among the brethren. Whether it is for life guidance or financial, or both (in this situation).

If you are in this situation, make an appointment with the pastor to go talk with him about your situation and get ideas on next steps do you can realign your life to be obedient to God.

Decide who you will follow: God or money. What you worship shows where your heart is.

Love God

Not forsake assembly


That is the straight up truth. Now you have to decide what you will do. 


Related Resources
Make sure you are saved 

What has lasting value 

Church Matters (further related topics)

Wisdom for the workplace 


Resources for Growing Believers






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