Alot of issues we face in ministry are relationship based. It is so disheartening to always hear criticisms from others with no one truly showing their appreciation. And most criticisms seem to be based on personal preferences as opposed to true worthwhile issues.
There are so many things that I cannot tell others to protect others from being hurt or disappointed, and bottling them up eventually would take their toll on me. I think I have become more withdrawn than before, and it is ironic that some people still perceive me as not able to keep secrets - if they only knew what I know inside my head.
Frustrations also come from our sense of helplessness. We see people falling, but we don't know how to help. Even if we are willing, the fallen may not be willing to allow you to help them.
But we should look beyond the short term and focus on the glory of God in eternity. All the frustrations are paid off when I received the following message earlier this week from a long lost friend, who I have previously spent time to evangelise to a few years ago:
"Hey, do you know I have accepted Jesus Christ as my Saviour?"
Soldier on, everyone! Its worth it!
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1 comment:
Humans are such fickle and irrational creatures. We are a social and interdependent species, however we also encounter lots of problems with our daily interactions.
I really felt that I could relate to the 2nd and 3rd paragraph, however I may be looking at it from my own perspective.
Oh wells, no matter what religion or beliefs you have- just remember:
More appreciating,less complaining!
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