A Letter from St Paul
Wives, understand and support your husbands by submitting to them in ways that honour your Master. Husbands, go all out in love for your wives. Don't take advantage of them. Children do what your parents tell you. This delights the Master no end. Parents don't come down too hard on your children or you'll crush their spirits. Servants do what your told by your earthly masters. And don't just do the minimum that will get you by. Do your best. Work from the heart for your real Master, God, confident that you will get paid in full when you come into your inheritance. Keep in mind always that the ultimate Master you're serving is Christ. The sullen servant who does shoddy work will be held responsible. Being a follower of Jesus does not cover up bad work. And masters, treat your servants considerately. Be fair with them. Don't forget for a minute that you too serve a Master- God in heaven. Eugene H. Peterson Love Gives More Than Enough