Biblical Answer

Balancing Our Own Needs with Helping Others in Chaos

When we are faced with helping others in chaos, it's natural to wonder how we can balance our own needs with theirs. As we seek to serve others, we must also remember to take care of ourselves. In fact, the Bible instructs us to "get help for yourself" when we are helping someone else (Prov. 20:18). This means seeking advice and listening to advice from others, just as a wise person would. By doing so, we can avoid burnout and ensure that we are able to continue serving others effectively.

The key to balancing our own needs with helping others is to understand that we are not alone in this task. We are called to serve others in cooperation with God and with each other. As we serve, we must remember that we are not the sole providers of help and support. Instead, we are part of a larger community that is working together to meet the needs of others. By recognizing this, we can avoid the burden of feeling responsible for everything and instead focus on doing our part in cooperation with others.

Ultimately, the balance between our own needs and helping others in chaos comes down to our relationship with God. When we recognize that we are stewards of all that God gives us, we are able to live in total agreement with Him about how to disperse our resources. This means that we can trust Him to provide for our needs and to give us the guidance we need to serve others effectively. As we pray for wisdom and guidance, we can trust that God will give us the strength and resources we need to balance our own needs with helping others in chaos. By doing so, we can serve others with joy and freedom, rather than burden and resentment.