THE OLD WINDMILL

THE OLD WINDMILL

READ:
Galatians 6:6-10

He who believes in Me, as the
Scripture has said, out of his
heart will flow rivers of living
water.  -John 7:38

A man who grew up on a ranch in West Texas tells about a rickety, old windmill that stood alongside his family's barn and pumped water to their place.  It was the only source of water for miles.

In a strong wind the windmill worked well, but in a light breeze it wouldn't turn.  It required manually turning the vane until the fan faced directly into the wind.  Only when properly positioned did the windmill supply water to the ranch.

I think of that story when I meet with pastors from small churches in remote areas.  Many feel isolated and unsupported-caregivers for whom no one seems to care.  As a consequence, they grow weary and struggle to bring life-giving water to their flock.  I like to tell them about the old windmill and our need to daily reposition ourselves-to intentionally turn toward the Lord and His Word and to drink deeply from Him who is the source of living water.

What's true for pastors is true for all.  Service for God flows from within, outward.  Jesus said, "He who believes in Me,...out of his heart will flow rivers of living water" (John 7:38).  It's when God speaks to our depths that we are able to touch the lives of others.  To refresh others, let's return to the Source of life regularly.  -David Roper

When our hearts grow weary,
When our spirits dim,
He will go before us,
Leave it all to Him. -Anon.
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When you're weary in life's struggles,
find strength in the LORD.

INSIGHT
From antiquity, the principle of reaping and sowing was a check on moral behavior (Job 4:8; Proverbs 22:8).  Similarly, Paul urges belivers to sow into their spiritual lives andshun the ways of the sin nature.  Sowing a life in the Spirit will reap acts of care for other Christians.  Paul taught that part of that care should be for teachers like him who are sharing their knowledge (v.6).  But he does not limit concern only to other believers and teachers.  He also challenges us to do good to unbelievers who come into our lives (v.10).

Have a blessed day and week ahead.
God Our Creator's Love Always.
Unity & Peace