I have found that it is very easy in this life to get over committed! You can get over committed in all kinds of things; Your kids activities, charities, sports, hobbies, church activities, yard work, you name it. There are times when being over committed seems as if it is a necessity of life. It will happen from time to time. But I want to talk to you about being "Chronically Over Committed!" and the result of being over committed. You are chronically overcommitted when you are finding less and less joy in the activities that at one time were fun and enjoyable. When you are rushing from this thing to that thing while grabbing a coffee with no time in between to recharge or even appreciate what ever it is you were just involved in. I think most of us can relate to that. But how do we scale back when there is "so" much to do?
When you look at the life of Jesus, you notice that He too had times when He was stressed and tired.
In the verse below you can see that Jesus many times worked long hours and was in constant demand.
Matthew 14:13-16
Who Jesus heard the news about John, he left there in a boat and went to a lonely place by himself. The people heard about it, and so they left their towns and followed him by land. Jesus got into a boat, and when he saw the large crowd, his heart was filled with pity for them, and healed their sick. That evening his disciples came to him and said, It is already very late, and this is a lonely place.
When Jesus began His ministry, He lived with One Main Purpose, to do the will of His Father! That was His One Thing. What ever that meant, and where ever that took Him, Jesus never faltered from that One Main Thing. As a Christian we can learn from that. Our primary purpose is to Glorify God in all our activities and relationships. I think we can reduce the complexity of our lives by reminding ourselves daily of this One Main Thing. We must also learn from Jesus tat we should pray and seek God's wisdom before we commit and get involved in things. When we remember to Glorify God in all of our daily activities and relationships, we have the best possibility of living life more abundantly.
Jesus said:
John 10:1010 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.
Who has stolen your joy?
Who is killing your zest for life?
Who is trying to undermine your happiness and fulfillment?
The answer is in the above verse.
Who wants you to have a life that is blessed and full?
The answer is in the above verse.
No matter what obligations we may have on our plate remember, our primary purpose is to Glorify God. If what you have on your plate does not allow that to happen, scape it off your plate ASAP.
Announcements:
ONE SERVICE THIS SUNDAY!!!
This Sunday, April 30, is a 5th Sunday, which means that we will hold just one worship service that will begin at 10:00 am. Jordan Grammer will be leading this service. This gives you the opportunity to visit with friends that attend the “other” service each Sunday. Christian Education and Sunday School classes will be held at 9:00 am.
CONDIMENTS & SPICE SUNDAY
This Sunday will be the last of our Condiments and Spice Sundays for the Glen-Ed Food Pantry. Donations of condiments such as catsup, mustard, BBQ sauce, mayo, etc., are needed, as well as common spices such as salt, pepper, cinnamon, garlic salt, Italian seasoning, chili powder, etc. While any and all donations are appreciated, our focus for this Sunday will be condiments and spices.
Church Schedule for May
- May 7th. PCF leads service at 8:45am. pastor kent. communion
- May 14th. IUMC leads service at 8:45am pastor Jackie
- May 21st. IUMC leads service at 8:45am pastor Jackie
- May 28th. IUMC leads service at 8:45am pastor Jackie
See you soon. Love, pastor kent and pastor Jackie
Need to add a prayer request or need other information? Call the church office at 618-656-4648.
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