“The one who offers thanksgiving as his sacrifice glorifies me.” — God

The other day, after thinking about all that could and should be done on the mission field here, I was swept over with feelings of anxiety, despair, and an overwhelming burden. On top of that, I look at the people around me and think, “They’ll never change. Why even try to work with them?”

When the tears threatened to fall, I realized I needed to be in God’s Word. Time to get refocused!

God reminds me (often!) that I should do my part and leave the rest to Him. Jesus promised to build His church. I can prepare soil, plant seeds, water seeds, and pull out weeds along the way, but, ultimately, the growth is all of God. Any lasting fruit must be done by His Spirit. Jesus offers me an easy yoke and a light burden.

Lord, fill my vision with You! Your power is unlimited by me OR anyone else. Teach me to do my part and leave the results in Your hands. Help me quit trying to control everything! That’s not my job. Teach me to fill my heart with praise and thanksgiving. In Jesus’ name I ask this, Amen.