Rudolph was a young musican in Vienna with a burning desire to write a symphony. Finally the time came when he was able to do so. After writing and rewriting it many times, he showed the score to some friends and asked for their opinion. Without exception they agreed it was an excellent work. But Rudoph continued to labor over it, polishing and perfecting what he hoped would be a masterpiece. At last, he was ready to present it to the public.The orchestra performed his symphony beautifully. After the last movement ended, there was a brief pause. Then the audience broke out in thunderous applause. Rudolph, however, seemed unmoved until and old white-haired man approached him. Placing his hands on the young man's shoulders, he exclaimed, "Well done, Rudolph! Well done!" Only then did the young musician smile with satisfaction. He had received approval from the one he wanted most please--his respected mentor.
That's hoe we should view our work-- as service for our Master. Recognition from people is encouraging. But we should long to hear above anything else our Lord's "Well done, good and faithful servant." It's the Master's approval that really counts!--(When you've given your best for the Master, The best your life can afford, He will say, "Well done," to His servant; "Now enter the joy of the Lord.")...When You Do What Pleases God, God is Pleased With You.
