living colossians 3:23

for the last several weeks, our memory verse at kids church has been colossians 3:23-

"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men..."

(though translated differently for their understanding). i have relied on this verse for my own regular attitude adjustments in the past (particularly in my previous career), but only now am i beginning to wonder what might happen if i applied this verse to each detail and task in my life.

would my husband feel more loved and served, because i see Jesus in him each time he asks a favor?
would my house be neater, because i would be expecting the Lord's company, and thus unexpected visitors might feel more welcomed?
would i excel more-so in ministry, because i would be willing to do just about anything it takes? (let's be honest - i'm not quite there. there are always a few things that take some self-coercing.)
would even the most menial tasks take on new meaning, because the Lord is my (good) Overseer?

i guess you could call this my resolution this year. this is my verse for the year. i will cling to it, repeat it to myself as often as possible, and when i would rather lounge around than sweep the floor, or when i begin to grumble that no one appreciates "all the work i put into this place", i will remember that i am not working for man, but for the Lord.