I realize where much is given much is required. But Christians do you find that having a ministry or ministering to others rewarding or stressful and demanding and a lot of work? I have been ministering to someone and she is very demanding but also a wonderful giving kind person, whne ministry is no longer fun or easy or enjoyable what are godly ways to presevere and how do you get through the tough times in minstry? Thank you for your answers and God bless you.
2007-08-18 11:33:34 · 5 answers · asked by encourager4God 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Ministry is demanding, rewarding and stressful.
When it gets to be too much, it's time for R&R. Take a brief break, spend time with the Lord, get your focus back, and
"cast all your care upon Him, for He careth for you."
Ministry cannot be done unless YOUR relationship with the Lord is unhindered.
2007-08-18 11:42:32 · answer #1 · answered by Bob L 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Both--it is rewarding in so many ways, yet so stressful when especially people as you described here. I know ministers who have to back off trying to help some people because they are very demanding and constantly wanting attention.
If you are trying to minister let her know that there are others you need to be with and they also need your time. She needs to keep reading her Bible and praying. You can spend all your time trying to minister to just one particular person, those kind will continue on and on for your friendship and not to be alone. They must love wanting company.
Bless you and best wishes.
2007-08-18 18:52:12 · answer #2 · answered by lana s 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Ministry is very rewarding and fulfilling, And yes at times it can be very stressful. One way to keep from feeling that "burn out" feeling is spend much time in prayer. During that time with God, he fills you with his power, strength, and wisdom. It is also a place for him to share with us. Remember It's Not by might nor by power, But by my spirit" saith the Lord. We must stay in his spirit. Sometimes we can want the ones we are working with to see so desperately that we keep striving under our own will. When God may be telling us to let him deal with them. Remember his yoke is easy and his burden is light. Also It Say's often that Jesus would rise early and pray. God Bless you! What an awesome question.!
2007-08-18 18:48:10 · answer #3 · answered by Rev.Michelle 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if ministering is ever thought to be a burden then you're not a true christian because think did jesus say look, i'm tired no he did his father's will so we should be the same it's rewarding when people listen or not because God knows the effort put forth 1john5:3 read that
2007-08-18 18:41:11 · answer #4 · answered by theiny5 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
rewarding, sometimes stressful but never demanding
2007-08-18 18:49:15 · answer #5 · answered by holly B 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋