A thought by Max Lucado (2011-05-02) from his book, Cure for the Common Life (p. 94). Thomas Nelson. Kindle Edition. (Click on the title to go to Amazon.com to buy the book.) I want to live a life that makes a difference for God. Do you? Max says, “…I remind you that we have two bosses: one who signs our checks and one who saves our souls. The second has keen interest in our workaday world. What if everyone worked with God in mind? Suppose no one worked to satisfy self or please the bottom line but everyone worked to please God.” He goes on, “Many occupations would instantly cease: drug trafficking, thievery, prostitution, nightclub and casino management. Certain careers, by their nature, cannot please God. These would cease. Certain behaviors would cease as well. If I’m repairing a car for God, I’m not going to overcharge his children. If I’m painting a wall for God, you think I’m going to use paint thinner?” Max tells a story, “When Michelangelo was in his early
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