In my previous blog post, we explored the beautiful practice of Towdah (תוֹדָה) – giving thanks to God for His provisions and blessings. Taking time to reflect on His goodness helps us realign our perspective, especially during challenging seasons. Today, let’s delve into another dimension of worship, deeply woven into our daily lives: Avodah (עֲבוֹדָה). Avodah, in its essence, goes beyond words of gratitude—it encompasses our very actions and efforts. Just as we express thankfulness through listing God’s blessings, we are also called to worship Him through our labor and service. This concept of Avodah, rooted in the Scriptures, reveals that from the very beginning, God designed our work to be a form of worship unto Him, Genesis 2:15: “The Lord God took the man and placed him in the Garden of Eden, to work [וְלַעֲבֹד, vela’avod] it and to guard it.” Here, we see that even in the pristine environment of Eden, God assigned Adam the noble task of cultivating and caring for the garden—a sacred duty that was not merely about physical labor, but a means of glorifying God through stewardship and diligence. As we reflect on the concept of Avodah—worship through work—it’s crucial to consider how we