Today's Daily Bread
The Old Windmill
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 pastors 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 pastors 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 our hearts grow weary,
When our spirits dim,
He will go before us,
When our spirits dim,
He will go before us,
Leave it all to Him. —Anon.
When you’re weary in life’s struggles, find strength in the Lord.
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