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Your Question:
What happens when we put others first when we're feeling tired?
Answer:
When we put others first when we're feeling tired, we tap into a deeper source of strength. As a pastor, I've seen this play out in the lives of my congregation members who are struggling with fatigue. They find that when they prioritize serving others, they're able to push through their exhaustion and find renewed energy. This is because we were created to need other people, as the Bible reminds us. When we call out for help and receive it from others, we're reminded that we're not alone in our struggles. This can take many forms, from a compassionate reminder that we're not alone to a late-night meeting over coffee to talk through our temptations. By putting others first, we're able to access the strength and support we need to overcome our own limitations. As I reflect on my own life, I see this principle at work in my relationship with my family. When I'm feeling tired, my wife Susan and our children Joshua and Rebecca remind me of the joy that's set before me, even when I feel like giving up. By serving them and prioritizing their needs, I find that I'm able to overcome my own fatigue and find the strength I need to keep going. It's a powerful reminder that when we put others first, we're not just serving them - we're also serving ourselves.
Sources:
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
mere christianity
c s lewis
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
depression
edward welch
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