“If I am being poured out as a drink offering on the sacrifice and service of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all.” ~Philippians 2:17
“I am among you as the One who serves.” ~Luke 22:27
“For whoever desires to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake and the gospel’s will save it.” ~Mark 8:35
Mountains of laundry, late nights with sick little ones, cleaning up messes over and over, teaching and training…all of it can seem like a burden and weariness, but this is where we find our life. We find it as we are faithful to the calling of loving and serving others.
“Are you willing to give and be poured out until you are used up and exhausted–not seeking to be ministered to, but to minister?” ~Oswald Chambers
“I must work the works of Him who sent Me while it is day; the night is coming when no one can work.” ~John 9:4
“See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is.” ~Ephesians 5:15-17
Mrs.Rabe says
Amen!
Joy Kincaid says
Thank you, Deanna! ♥
Davina says
This is EXACTLY what I needed to read today! Thank you. Que Dieu te benisse!
Joy Kincaid says
To God be the glory! Thank you so much for taking the time to comment!
Jedidja says
Dank je/ thank you Joy!These are good, biblical thoughts. Although I sometimes overwhelmed by the difficulties, I think and pray for a serving attitude.
Joy Kincaid says
Jedidja, thank you for your comment, and I pray you will be blessed as you serve your family!