Avoiding Burnout

There is a common theme I am beginning to see among our Christian brethren, and it is the concept of being burnt out when it comes to the work that Jesus has for us. With the focus on so much negative going around in the world, it is difficult to remember the praises that we do see. And as more influencers in the faith, such as worship music leaders, come out to confess that they not only are not born-again, but they do not even believe in God, it is difficult at times to remain encouraged to stay the course. If you are someone who has been diligently going about the work that God has called you too but are beginning to wonder what the point of completing it at all is, I want to take a moment to encourage you.

“23 Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord and not for people, 24 knowing that it is from the Lord that you will receive the reward of the inheritance. It is the Lord Christ whom you serve.”

Colossians 3:23-24

This verse is a powerful one, especially in today’s world. Whether it is in the hospitals, the schools, professional settings, blue color jobs, or even within our own homes. The work that we are doing now has an impact. We may not see it in our day to day routines, but we are not here to work for mankind. We are setting about the work that God has for us. It is because He has given us the work we are accomplishing, that we need to be about the tasks with our whole heart. We should not be worried about the work or the reward that we may receive from mankind, because in the end we are working for the Lord.

If you are downtrodden about the work that you are doing now because you don’t see the results of it, remember we will receive our greatest reward when we are in heaven and hear “Well done good and faithful servant” (Matthew 25:21). We are blessed when we are completing the work that God has for us, whatever that may be and even if we do not see the outcome of the work now. Keep you focus on God and continue to work heartily in what he has for you!

Seek the truth and encourage one another,

Alex