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“Then He said to His disciples, ‘The harvest truly is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest.’” — Matthew 9:37–38 (NKJV)
1. The Heart of a Laborer
A true laborer begins with the heart. The Lord is not just seeking workers—He’s seeking willing workers. In Isaiah 6:8, the prophet responded, “Here am I. Send me!” That is the heart posture of a true laborer: availability and surrender.
Laboring for the Lord isn’t always glamorous. It may mean serving in unseen places, discipling one person at a time, or sowing seeds of prayer that no one else notices. But God sees. And He rewards faithfulness.
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” — Colossians 3:23 (ESV)
2. The Hands of a Laborer
True laborers don’t just feel compassion—they act on it. Jesus, moved with compassion, healed the sick, fed the hungry, and taught the crowds. Likewise, we are called to put hands to the plow, engaging in both spiritual and practical service.
Laboring may involve:
- Evangelizing the lost
- Teaching the Word
- Discipling new believers
- Helping the poor
- Interceding in prayer
It may not always feel rewarding, but labor done in the Spirit is never in vain.
“Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.” — 1 Corinthians 15:58 (NKJV)
3. The Humility of a Laborer
Jesus modeled servant-leadership. He washed feet, touched lepers, and associated with the outcast. True laborers do not seek titles—they seek towels. They are content to serve without applause, knowing they are building something eternal.
“Whoever desires to become great among you, let him be your servant.” — Matthew 20:26 (NKJV)
A true laborer doesn’t labor for recognition. Their reward is with the Lord. They understand that growth, impact, and harvest are all the Lord’s doing; they simply obey and participate.
4. The Hope of a Laborer
Laboring in the Kingdom can sometimes feel lonely or exhausting. But we labor with hope. There is a coming day of reward. Jesus promised that those who are faithful over little will be entrusted with much (Matthew 25:21).
Every prayer, every sermon, every hour spent mentoring, every seed planted—it all counts in eternity.
Final Exhortation
You are not called to be idle. You are called to labor—not just in church, but in your family, your workplace, your community. The harvest is still plentiful, and the Master is still calling. Will you be a true laborer?
“And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.” — Galatians 6:9 (NKJV)
