A Timely Reflection

I came across this reflection amongst my many resources recently while spring cleaning. Taking the time to stop and read these words brought me a real sense of personal encouragement and timely inspiration. Just what I needed at this challenging period of my ministry experience!

MINISTRY IS:

• Giving when you feel like keeping
• Praying for others when you need to be prayer for
• Feeding others when your own soul is hungry
• Living truth before people even when you can't see results
• Hurting with other people when your own hurt can't be spoken
• Keeping your word even when it is not convenient
• Being faithful when your flesh wants to run away.

(James A Holt)