A man who
grew up on a ranch in West Texas tells about a rickety, old windmill that stood
alongside his family’s barn and pumped water to their place. It was the only
source of water for miles.
In a
strong wind the windmill worked well, but in a light breeze it wouldn’t turn.
It required manually turning the vane until the fan faced directly into the
wind. Only when properly positioned did the windmill supply water to the ranch.
I think
of that story when I meet with religious from small churches in remote areas. Many
feel isolated and unsupported—caregivers for whom no one seems to care. As a
consequence, they grow weary and struggle to bring life-giving water to their
flock. I like to tell them about the old windmill and our need to daily
reposition ourselves—to intentionally turn toward the Lord and His Word and to
drink deeply from Him who is the source of living water.
What’s
true for religious is true
for all. Service for God flows from within, outward. Jesus said, “He who
believes in Me, . . . out of his heart will flow rivers of living water” (John 7:38).
It’s when God speaks to our depths that we are able to touch the lives of
others. To refresh others, let’s return to the Source of life regularly.
When
you’re weary in life’s struggles, find strength in God. (RBC)
