getting tired?

So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up.

Galatians 6:9 NLT

It is when we become tired that we stop trying to complete a degree, a simple sewing project, an exercise program, being faithful. Faithfulness requires endurance, endurance produces character, character empowers endurance.

Therefore when we are tired we need to rest and give ourselves space to recover, without dropping the ball. Last night I went with family to a circus. To be a member of this particular circus you had to be very committed as you multitasked. You were required to be a juggler, a very precise motorbike rider, and in one case a clown it after the show attend the crowd leaving the venue with games and selling or showbags. They were a lean team, however the stress was showing as one young performer was bitterly complaining in our view as we exoted the venue. For him the challenge would be to be being committed. 

For the Christian we might face a lot of turmoil and defeat. The apostles were experienced with this. However, some did not perform well, all the time. John Mark caused Paul grief, so much so that Paul disputed with Barnabas in taking him on further missions. Fprtunately, later, he returned and Paul forgave him.

We must discover what the cause of tiredness is,  and deal with it accordingly. If we have need of stronger focus, remove all distractions. Limit the drain and stay refreshed in the Lord.  Amen!