God Believes in You
Consider how powerful that statement really is. God called you to ministry, He will equip you, and He believes you are teachable enough to develop the character He wants for you. You may feel like you can’t keep going. You may feel like no one supports you. But that’s just not true. God believes in you, and He’s in your corner.
There Are People in Your Church Who Love and Support You
It’s easy for negative voices to outweigh positive ones. Never forget the people God has put under your leadership who support you. Perhaps you wish they’d show their support more. The best way to elicit support from people is to be supportive of them. When was the last time you sent the encouraging people in your church a “thank you” card?
When was the last time you took some of those folks to lunch just to show your appreciation? When you appreciate them, you’ll always walk away encouraged yourself.
It’s Worth It!
The vast majority of pastors will never make significant incomes. That’s why you probably have days where you wonder if the sacrifices you and your family make for ministry are really worth it. The answer is “Yes!” People will experience Heaven because of your ministry. Lives will be changed, marriages saved, hope found and truth taught.
Don’t give up, because you are making a difference. God is eagerly preparing a place for you in Heaven that will outshine anything you could ever have here on Earth. If you finish well, God will one day say, “Well done, my good and faithful servant.” When He does, all of the struggles you’ve faced wil disappear and you’ll know for certain it was indeed worth it.
What are some of the thoughts or phrases you remember when you’re discouraged and want to give up? What keeps you going?
