Day 38: Brother Lawrence - “Even in the Mundane”
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.”
Introduction
Serving isn’t always flashy. A lot of it is done “behind the scenes” and can look—and sometimes feel—mundane. But that doesn’t mean it’s unimportant, even if it goes unnoticed by others.
In 17th-century France, Brother Lawrence (born Nicolas Herman) served through kitchen duties in a monastery—work that many would consider tedious. Yet, his service was pleasing to God. His life shows us how even our most ordinary tasks can honor Christ.
Even in the Mundane
Brother Lawrence lived in constant awareness of God. Whatever he was called to do, no matter how plain and repetitive, became an act of worship. He once said, “We ought not to be weary of doing little things for the love of God, who regards not the greatness of the work, but the love with which it is performed.” For him, every act of service is about pleasing God.
Over time, his devotion shaped the entire monastery. His fellow brothers were encouraged by the way he served and followed his example, learning to treat every work as worship and an opportunity to glorify God. This is the kind of heart we want to see in the church today.
Reflection
Whether we’re serving food, setting up chairs, or cleaning up a mess, every act of service is an opportunity to honor Christ. God uses even the smallest acts to build up His church. Even in the mundane, may we be a church that serves out of love for God. Our work may go unnoticed by others, but God delights in all we do for Him.