Work holds a central place in the guidance provided for living a life that glorifies God and prepares for His Kingdom. Solomon's reflections in Ecclesiastes 2 reveal a deep consideration of work, emphasizing its importance even as he initially finds it lacking in lasting value when done without the right perspective. Work is not merely a task for daily living but a vital component of the Christian way of life, requiring focus and skill to produce a specific outcome in alignment with God's purpose of creating us in His image. The Bible uses the metaphors of walking and working to illustrate the necessary activities for fulfilling a life that honors God. Work appears as both the labor for sustenance and the works assigned by God to meet Christian responsibilities. These efforts are essential, for without working at being a Christian, one cannot be prepared for the Kingdom of God. God Himself is a working God, continuously active as seen in the creation accounts of Genesis, demonstrating that work is intrinsic to His nature and purpose. Ecclesiastes 2:24 underscores that there is nothing better for a person than to enjoy good in their labor, recognizing it as a blessing and a gift from God. The Christian attitude toward work must reflect diligence and responsibility, not only to oneself but also to others, as God provides the vision of His purpose and the responsibility to achieve profit in life. Scripture teaches that wealth, in the form of skills and abilities, is produced through diligent work, and God expects each person to grow and function well where He places them, striving to improve through consistent practice in prayer and study. Work involves costs and sacrifices, as Jesus teaches that to follow Him, one must deny oneself and bear the burden of labor. This self-denial is crucial, for without it, profit in Christian life diminishes. Solomon's concern for profit highlights that life becomes profitable only when the right actions are taken, often requiring a willful effort to sacrifice and accomplish what is needed. Even when work leads to wealth, it brings trials alongside blessings, testing one's trust in God over material gain and guarding against pride. Solomon's own experience in Ecclesiastes 2:11 and 2:18 shows a negative conclusion about his labor, viewing it as vanity when done with a carnal perspective, lacking the spiritual blessing that comes from a cooperative attitude with God. In contrast, Paul encourages steadfastness in the work of the Lord, assuring that such labor is not in vain and is directly tied to participation in the resurrection and the glory of the Kingdom of God. The most critical works—Bible study, prayer, serving, kindness, encouragement, and being a good example—shape us into God's image and form the basis of our reward, serving both God and His Family.